Roasted Feta with Olives and Red Peppers

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Roasted Feta with Olives and Red Peppers
15 min.
4
228kcal

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If you're looking for a quick and delicious side dish that will impress your guests, look no further than this Roasted Feta with Olives and Red Peppers. This vibrant and flavorful dish is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, but it also comes together in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for those busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings.

The star of the show is the creamy feta cheese, which is broiled to perfection until its edges turn golden and slightly crispy. This delightful texture contrasts beautifully with the briny Kalamata olives and sweet roasted red peppers, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkled with aromatic oregano, this dish is a celebration of Mediterranean ingredients that are both wholesome and satisfying.

Serve it alongside lemon wedges and toasted pita or crusty bread for a complete experience that encourages dipping and sharing. Garnished with fresh parsley, this Roasted Feta with Olives and Red Peppers is not just a side dish; it's a centerpiece that will elevate any meal. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • servings lemon wedges toasted
  • 0.5 lb feta cheese rinsed drained (preferably Greek)
  • 0.3 cup olives black pitted rinsed coarsely chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.3 teaspoon oregano dried crumbled
  • servings parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup roasted peppers red chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler.
  2. Cut cheese into 1/2-inch-thick slices and divide evenly among 4 small flameproof baking dishes (or arrange in 1 layer in a large one).
  3. Sprinkle oregano and pepper over cheese.
  4. Stir together roasted peppers, olives, and oil in a small bowl, then spoon mixture over and around cheese.
  5. Broil 2 to 4 inches from heat until edges of cheese are golden, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories228kcal
Protein14.42%
Fat79.75%
Carbs5.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.38
Glycemic Load
0.67
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.020869597145%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.21mg
Hesperetin
0.28mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
8.62mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.6mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:228.32kcal
11.42%
Fat:20.55g
31.62%
Saturated Fat:8.69g
54.32%
Carbohydrates:3.38g
1.13%
Net Carbohydrates:2.75g
1%
Sugar:0.11g
0.12%
Cholesterol:50.46mg
16.82%
Sodium:900.24mg
39.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.36g
16.72%
Vitamin K:71.93µg
68.51%
Calcium:295.9mg
29.59%
Vitamin B2:0.49mg
28.63%
Phosphorus:196.03mg
19.6%
Vitamin B12:0.96µg
15.97%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.23%
Vitamin A:657.92IU
13.16%
Selenium:8.63µg
12.32%
Vitamin C:9.92mg
12.03%
Zinc:1.7mg
11.34%
Vitamin E:1.49mg
9.91%
Folate:26.3µg
6.58%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.36%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.74%
Iron:0.83mg
4.62%
Magnesium:15.29mg
3.82%
Vitamin B3:0.69mg
3.45%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.94%
Fiber:0.63g
2.51%
Copper:0.05mg
2.42%
Potassium:78.32mg
2.24%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Source:Epicurious