Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cheese (such as feta or mozzarella)
- 1 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh herbs, such as thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Start by cutting the cheese into bite-sized cubes.
- In a bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
- Add the cheese cubes to the bowl and gently mix until they’re well-coated.
- Transfer the cheese and marinade into a jar, adding fresh herbs on top.
- Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the marinated cheese with crackers or bread.
Notes
- You can customize the herbs and spices according to your taste.
- Marinated cheese can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0 grams
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 2 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Marinated Cheese Appetizer