Spicy Baked Feta with Tomatoes (Printable)

Creamy feta baked with vibrant tomatoes, peppers, and spices until golden and bubbly.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dairy

01 - 7 oz block feta cheese

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium ripe tomato, diced
03 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 small red bell pepper, sliced
05 - 1 fresh chili pepper, finely sliced (or 1 tsp red chili flakes)

→ Pantry

06 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tsp dried oregano
08 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Garnish

10 - Fresh parsley, chopped
11 - Lemon wedges

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Place the feta block in the center of a small ovenproof baking dish.
03 - Scatter the diced tomato, sliced onion, bell pepper, and chili (or chili flakes) around and over the feta.
04 - Drizzle everything with olive oil. Sprinkle with oregano, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
05 - Bake uncovered for 18–20 minutes, until the feta is golden at the edges and the vegetables are tender.
06 - Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The contrast between hot, melty cheese and bright, fresh vegetables creates that perfect balance nobody can resist
  • It comes together in literally five minutes of prep time but tastes like something you spent all afternoon planning
02 -
  • Do not use pre crumbled feta because it will dry out in the oven and you will miss out on that luxurious molten center
  • The resting time after baking is actually crucial as it allows the feta to set up slightly so you get those gorgeous scoops rather than a complete puddle
03 -
  • If your feta is particularly salty, give it a quick rinse under cold water and pat dry before baking
  • Always use a dish you can bring straight to the table because half the magic is in the presentation

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