Marinated vegetables with feta are a refreshing and flavorful side dish or appetizer that can be enjoyed all year round. This dish is incredibly easy to make, and it requires just a few simple, healthy ingredients. Marinating the vegetables in a mixture of olive oil, vinegar, herbs, and spices enhances their natural flavors and textures, while the feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy contrast. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy snack or a dish to complement your main course, marinated vegetables with feta are a great choice that will please everyone at the table.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MARINATED FETA THREE WAYS
With just a few ingredients and some hands-off time, feta cheese can be transformed into a delicious appetizer to serve with crostini or as an accompaniment to grilled vegetables and meat. We came up with a trio of super versatile flavor combinations that are all made following the same method. By marinating the feta in glass jars, you'll be able to see the colors of the aromatics, for a beautiful and delicious gift too.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 13h
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- For each of the above combinations, place all ingredients except for the feta in a small saucepan and gently heat over medium low just until tiny bubbles begin to form, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool completely, about 1 hour.
- Once the infused olive oil is cool, transfer half of the aromatics from the saucepan to a 16-ounce Mason jar followed by half of the feta. Repeat layering and then carefully pour the infused olive oil into the jar. Gently press the feta down if needed to ensure it is fully submerged and seal the jar with its lid (see Cook's Note). Place the jar in the refrigerator and allow the feta to marinate for at least 12 hours and up to 5 days.
- Remove the jar from refrigerator at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the solidified olive oil to liquify.
FAVORITE MARINATED VEGETABLES
Toss some good-for-you veggies together with a coating of fat-free salad dressing, and you've got this ideal side dish in no time. From Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, Sarah Newman writes, "The recipe is so easy, and marinating the vegetables overnight gives them a great flavor and texture. It's perfect for picnics, potlucks or other gatherings!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, cucumber, mushrooms, tomatoes and onion. Add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MARINATED FETA WITH HERBS AND PEPPERCORNS
The best recipes often make a good ingredient great through minimal effort. For this easy appetizer, start with good-quality feta, preferably in brine, which is creamier than the squeaky supermarket varieties. Many commercial fetas use only cow's milk and can taste somewhat one-note, so look for one that contains both sheep's and goat's milk, which provide the cheese's signature tang. Dice the feta, toss it with preserved lemon, peppercorns and chile, and refrigerate overnight. Spoon it onto crostini, or serve it alongside eggs, fish, salad, grilled or roasted vegetables or atop a bowl of pasta.
Provided by Alexa Weibel
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, dips and spreads, finger foods, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish
Time 10m
Yield About 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the olive oil, parsley, preserved lemon, chile, oregano and peppercorns.
- Cut the feta into 1/2-inch cubes and add them to the olive oil mixture. Gently fold together until feta is evenly coated. Transfer to a jar or lidded container and drizzle with more olive oil, if needed to immerse the feta. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
- Remove from refrigerator at least 30 minutes before serving to allow solidified olive oil to return to liquid form. Serve with crackers or crostini, or spoon on top of seared fish, grilled or roasted vegetables, pasta or salad.
LEMON-HERB MARINATED FETA
Briny feta, tart lemon, bright herbs and hot pepper come together in perfect harmony here. Spoon this appetizer onto a round of buttery, toasted French bread for a perfectly balanced bite that you'll want to keep eating all night. That's right, this easy and elegant recipe is perfect for a party. It's low-effort, tastes great and is sure to impress, despite the fact that its ingredient list is short and mostly utilizes bits and bobs of ingredients you might already have on hand. Feta might be the exception to that rule, but that's exactly what we were going for when we developed this recipe: a way to showcase the divine flavor of this special cheese. So mix this up in advance of your next party, and watch your guests go gaga over this marinated app-there's no need to reveal how easy it was to make.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In pint-sized glass jar, arrange herbs, lemon, peppercorns and pepper flakes. Top with cheese. Pour olive oil over cheese mixture; cover and refrigerate 3 days. Serve with toasts. Any leftover cheese mixture can be covered and refrigerated up to 4 days longer.
- At least 1 1/2 hours before serving, make the toasts. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray. Bake French bread 24 to 26 minutes or until browned. Cool completely, at least 30 minutes. Cut into 1/2-inch slices. Brush slices on both sides with melted butter. Return to pan; bake 10 to 15 minutes, turning once, until light golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize About 2 Tablespoons Cheese Mixture and 1 to 2 Toasts, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
MARINATED FETA
This is a great recipe for marinated feta. Try to chop the red bell pepper and the olives as small as possible. Together with the green herbs the feta looks really colourful and tastes delicious. The recipe is adapted from a Swiss cooking magazine called 'Le Menu' (September 05). I changed the oil as I prefer olive oil to rapeseed oil. But feel free to use rapeseed oil if desired. The stated amount serves six as an appetizer. Marinating time of 24 hours is included in the cooking time.
Provided by tigerduck
Categories Cheese
Time P1DT10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix all the ingredients for the marinade.
- Put cubed feta and marinade into a shallow plastic container with a tight fitting lid. Cover with the lid and marinate in the fridge for 24 hours or more. Turn the container lid-side down after a few hours to make sure the feta gets marinated evenly. You may want to turn your container a few times. (The olive oil may thicken in the fridge, but turn into liquid again at room temperature).
- SERVE:You may want to stick a toothpick into every feta cube or just serve it as it is. Serve with (toasted) slices of baguette.
MARINATED VEGETABLES WITH FETA
Can be prepared up to four days in advance. Simple and easy what more could you ask for. This Is a great lunch or a light dinner. Serve with pita bread or pita chips. You can buy roasted red peppers in a jar.
Provided by bbblampwork
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 3h25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°. Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise; remove seeds and membranes. Brush the outside of peppers lightly with a little olive oil and place, cut side down, on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, until well blackened. When cool, remove and discard skins; slice peppers into 2-inch strips. (You can also blacken peppers over a gas flame, holding with tongs and rotating.).
- Combine peppers, remaining olive oil, feta, and olives in a large bowl. Toss gently to coat completely. Add onion, garlic, vinegar, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste; toss again. Pour lemon juice over mixture. Refrigerate at least 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.5, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 33.8, Sodium 620.9, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3.7, Protein 6.3
EGGPLANT WITH MARINATED FETA
What makes this simple, quick side dish so delicious is the feta, marinated in fresh garlic, lemon, and fresh oregano, that begins to soften and melt as soon as it hits the warm eggplant.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Toss 2 Japanese eggplants (cut into 2-inch pieces) with 1 cup grape tomatoes, 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon each kosher salt and pepper. Bake at 500˚ F, turning once, until tender, 12 to 14 minutes, then broil until charred, 3 to 4 minutes. Mix 3 ounces diced feta, 2 tablespoons each olive oil and lemon juice, 1 tablespoon chopped oregano, 1 sliced garlic clove and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Serve over the eggplant mixture.
MARINATED FETA AND CELERY
Try this briny crumble tossed into roasted-vegetable salads. Or, for a tasty sandwich, spoon some onto toast and melt under the broiler before topping with roasted veggies.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 10m
Yield Makes about 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine feta, chile, celery and leaves, and vinegar in a bowl. Season with salt. Spoon into an airtight container; top with oil. Mixture can be refrigerated up to 1 week; return to room temperature before using.
MARINATED FETA
I'm well aware that everyone knows this marinated feta recipe or does it in their own way, but that's how I cook it - it's a quick appetizer for unexpected guests that just rang a doorbell to your house. Keeps well in the refrigerator.
Provided by sono1helen
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Antipasto Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place a layer of olives, sage, garlic, chile pepper, rosemary, bell pepper, sesame-ginger seasoning, pepperoncini pepper, and oregano into the bottom of a container. Add a layer of feta cheese. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients.
- Pour olive oil into the container to cover feta mixture completely. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 58.9 mg, Fat 32.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 867.3 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
EASY MARINATED FETA
I always make my own marinated feta. If you like, you can also add garlic, but my family doesn't like garlic so we prefer this simple variation.
Provided by mannkochtgut
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Antipasto Recipes
Time P3DT10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place feta cheese in a glass jar. Add chile pepper, herbes de Provence, and lemon zest. Fill jar with olive oil so feta is completely covered and seal.
- Marinate in a cool place, but not in the refrigerator, for 3 to 4 days. Remove chile pepper before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 52 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 16.2 g, Sodium 838.2 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
Tips:
- Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor and texture. Look for vegetables that are brightly colored, firm, and free of blemishes.
- Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
- Marinate the vegetables for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight. This will allow the flavors of the marinade to penetrate the vegetables.
- Use a variety of herbs and spices in the marinade to create a flavorful and aromatic dish.
- If you are using a citrus-based marinade, be sure to rinse the vegetables well before grilling or roasting to prevent the marinade from burning.
- Grill or roast the vegetables until they are tender but still slightly firm. Overcooked vegetables will be mushy and bland.
- Serve the vegetables immediately or at room temperature. You can also store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Marinated vegetables are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a variety of meals. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and nutritious meal on the table in no time.
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