Marinated Feta Cheese

Name: Marinated Feta Cheese with Herbs & Olive Oil
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 8 oz feta cheese, cubed; 2 sprigs fresh rosemary; 3 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 cloves garlic, smashed; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; 1.5 cups olive oil, or enough to cover; 2-3 slices lemon; 1 tsp lemon zest; Crusty bread, for serving

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This marinated feta cheese combines cubed feta with olive oil, fresh rosemary, thyme, and garlic for a simple Mediterranean appetizer that doubles as a bread spread, cracker topper, or salad addition.

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Ingredients

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8 oz feta cheese, cubed
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
3 sprigs fresh thyme
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1.5 cups olive oil, or enough to cover
2-3 slices lemonoptional
1 tsp lemon zestoptional
Crusty bread, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
Cube the feta cheese and place it in a clean glass jar.
2
Layer in the fresh rosemary, thyme, smashed garlic, and red pepper flakes amongst the feta cubes.
3
Pour olive oil over the feta and herbs until everything is completely submerged.
4
Seal the jar and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least a few hours, or overnight for the best flavor.
5
Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or as a topping for salads.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil—it's the flavor backbone of this dish and should taste pleasant on its own.
Smash garlic cloves with the side of a knife rather than mincing to infuse oil without overpowering the delicate cheese.
Remove marinated feta from the refrigerator 15 minutes before serving to allow the olive oil to warm and reach peak flavor.
Pack the container tightly with herbs and lemon slices around the cheese to maximize flavor contact and prevent browning.

Substitutions

Fresh rosemary and thyme → oregano or dill (adjust to 1 tsp dried for each fresh sprig)
Red pepper flakes → Aleppo pepper or paprika (milder heat, different flavor profile)
Lemon → orange zest or white wine vinegar (adds acidity without citrus brightness)

Storage & make-ahead

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks; bring to room temperature before serving to soften the oil and enhance flavor.

Common Questions

How long does marinated feta last?

Stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator, marinated feta keeps for up to 2 weeks. The olive oil may solidify when cold; let it come to room temperature before serving.