Baked Feta with Romesco and Olive Tapenade

Health score
10%
Baked Feta with Romesco and Olive Tapenade
72 min.
12
80kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Baked Feta with Romesco and Olive Tapenade, a side dish that promises to elevate any meal. This recipe combines the creamy richness of crumbled feta cheese with the vibrant flavors of roasted red bell pepper and a zesty olive tapenade, creating a harmonious blend that is both satisfying and refreshing.

Ready in just 72 minutes, this dish serves 12, making it perfect for gatherings or family dinners. Each serving is a mere 80 calories, allowing you to enjoy this gourmet treat without the guilt. The combination of fresh ingredients, including garlic, parsley, and toasted hazelnuts, adds depth and texture, while the sherry vinegar provides a tangy kick that perfectly complements the savory feta.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to impress your loved ones, this baked feta dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The preparation is straightforward, and the result is a stunning centerpiece that not only looks beautiful but also bursts with flavor. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to savor a dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • ounces feta cheese divided crumbled
  • 0.3 cup flat-leaf parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoons flat-leaf parsley fresh
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • tablespoons hazelnuts toasted chopped
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives pitted
  • 0.5 cup lower-sodium chicken broth fat-free
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • cups plum tomatoes peeled chopped
  •  bell pepper red
  • tablespoons sherry vinegar 
  • ounce bread white chopped
  • 0.5 cup picholine fruity pitted
  • 0.5 cup picholine fruity pitted

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • blender
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler to high.
  2. To prepare romesco sauce, cut red bell pepper in half lengthwise, and discard seeds and membranes.
  3. Place pepper halves, skin sides up, on a foil-lined baking sheet; flatten with hand. Broil for 8 minutes or until blackened.
  4. Place in a paper bag; fold to close tightly.
  5. Let stand for 10 minutes. Peel and chop.
  6. Reduce oven temperature to 42
  7. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  8. Add tomato and garlic; cook 4 minutes or until garlic lightly browns, stirring frequently.
  9. Add red bell pepper and broth; cover and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in nuts and bread; cook 1 minute.
  10. Transfer mixture to a food processor or blender; add 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Process until smooth; transfer to a bowl.
  11. To prepare the tapenade, place olives, 1/4 cup parsley, and the next 3 ingredients (through 1/4 teaspoon black pepper) in a food processor. Process until finely chopped.
  12. Transfer to a bowl.
  13. Coat a 1 1/2-quart broiler-safe glass or ceramic baking dish with cooking spray. Spoon half of romesco sauce into prepared dish, and top with 3/4 cup cheese. Dollop tapenade over cheese. Spoon the remaining romesco sauce over tapenade, and top with remaining 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese.
  14. Bake at 425 for 20 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  15. Remove dish from oven.
  16. Preheat broiler.
  17. Broil 3 minutes or until top browns.
  18. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories80kcal
Protein14.22%
Fat62.56%
Carbs23.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.73
Glycemic Load
1.64
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
7.404782494773%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Catechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.27mg
Apigenin
4.13mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.36mg
Quercetin
0.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:80.16kcal
4.01%
Fat:5.8g
8.92%
Saturated Fat:1.96g
12.26%
Carbohydrates:4.84g
1.61%
Net Carbohydrates:3.65g
1.33%
Sugar:1.71g
1.9%
Cholesterol:10.51mg
3.5%
Sodium:255.91mg
11.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.97g
5.93%
Vitamin K:36.43µg
34.69%
Vitamin C:21.15mg
25.64%
Vitamin A:873.29IU
17.47%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.6%
Calcium:78.12mg
7.81%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.47%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.06%
Vitamin E:1.04mg
6.96%
Phosphorus:62.93mg
6.29%
Folate:21.9µg
5.47%
Potassium:175.88mg
5.03%
Fiber:1.19g
4.77%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.42%
Copper:0.08mg
3.75%
Selenium:2.6µg
3.72%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.55%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.33%
Magnesium:13.26mg
3.31%
Iron:0.58mg
3.21%
Vitamin B3:0.64mg
3.19%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.26%
Source:My Recipes