Spicy Tomato Marinated Feta

5 from 4 votes

Spicy Tomato Marinated Feta is summer's ultimate easy appetizer or condiment. Serve with crusty bread, or over pasta, potatoes, eggs, or grilled meat and veggies.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time30

Course: Appetizer, condiment

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings:

Author: Jamie Vespa MS, RD

Equipment

Medium skillet
Chefs knife and cutting board

Ingredients

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes (or diced whole tomatoes)
2 tsp. chopped Calabrian chiles (use more or less for desired level of spice)
Sea salt to taste
1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil leaves
1 (6-oz.) block feta cheese, cut into small cubes

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 2 minutes, until aromatic.
Add tomatoes and cook until the tomatoes start to break down and become jammy, about 5 to 7 minutes. (Note: if the garlic starts to burn, reduce heat to medium-low.) Stir in Calabrian chiles and sea salt (I start with 1/2 tsp.), and cook 2 more minutes.
Remove pan from heat and stir in vinegar and basil. Taste and season with a pinch more salt, if needed.
Place feta cheese in a serving bowl or wide-rimmed glass jar. Pour feta mixture overtop and wait 10 minutes to serve, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

I LOVE enjoying this marinated feta with crusty bread or crostini. It's also delicious tossed with pasta (ideally angel hair or spaghetti), or spooned over eggs, potatoes, grains, fish, or roasted veggies.

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