Indulge in a burst of Mediterranean flavors with this delightful Basil Feta Olive Toast recipe, a culinary journey that combines fresh basil, tangy feta cheese, briny olives, juicy tomatoes, and a drizzle of aromatic olive oil on perfectly toasted bread. This appetizer or light meal is a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. Discover variations of this classic dish, including a vegan version with roasted red peppers, a Greek twist with sun-dried tomatoes and Kalamata olives, and a hearty rendition with grilled vegetables. Each recipe offers a unique twist on the traditional combination, ensuring that there's something for every taste preference.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FETA BRUSCHETTA
You won't believe the compliments you'll receive when you greet guests with these warm appetizers. Every crispy bite offers the savory tastes of feta cheese, tomatoes, basil and garlic. They're terrific for holiday parties or most any gathering. -Stacey Rinehart, Eugene, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 10 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine butter and oil; brush onto both sides of bread. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned on top., Combine the feta cheese, garlic and basil; sprinkle over toast. Top with tomato. Bake 8-10 minutes longer or until heated through. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 547mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
BAKED FETA RECIPE
Warm, creamy, and luscious baked feta recipe with bell peppers, tomatoes, herbs, and a good drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. One of the simplest and most satisfying mezze you'll make! All you need is some crusty bread or homemade pita chips to serve.
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Categories Appetizer
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees F and adjust a rack in the middle.
- Arrange the onions, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes at the bottom of a ramekin or oven-safe dish. Sprinkle with 1 tsp oregano, pinch red pepper flakes, and add some of the fresh thyme. Drizzle a bit of extra virgin olive oil.
- Add the feta on top of the arranged veggies. Season the feta block with the remaining dried oregano, pinch of red pepper flakes and whatever remains of the fresh thyme. Drizzle a generous amount of extra virgin olive oil on the feta and make sure to brush the sides with some of the oil.
- Place the baking dish on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 20 to 30 minutes (and if you like, you can stick it under the broiler very briefly to add color).
- Serve with pita chips or toasted Italian bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.2 kcal, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Protein 8.5 g, Fat 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Sodium 339.3 mg, Fiber 0.6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
TOMATO, BASIL, AND FETA SALAD
Fresh tomatoes combine with cucumber, fresh basil, and feta for a simple and refreshing salad full of flavor!
Provided by VANCGIRL2
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss together the tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and feta cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 88.6 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
FETA AND FRESH BASIL OMELET
I love fresh basil! This omelet is special because the filling is so fresh and crisp. I really don't know the nuitrition values here but its not drenched in butter and seems to be pretty healthy to me.
Provided by Kathie Carr @kathiecc
Categories Eggs
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat broiler. Whisk egg yolks in a medium bowl. In a separate bowl beat whites until soft peaks form. Fold whites into yolks. Pour olive oil into a hot oven proof skillet and roll pan to cover bottom with the oil. Pour eggs into skillet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Place skillet under broiler to cook eggs 2-3 minutes more. They should be golden and set, not runny.
- Slide omelet out of skillet. Top with cheese, basil, and onion. Fold over omelet and serve.
BAKED OLIVES WITH FETA
Roast olives and cheese with garlic, fennel and chilli for an easy and delicious canapé - a tasty dinner party nibble
Provided by Jennifer Joyce
Categories Buffet, Canapes
Time 17m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the olives and feta in a small roasting tin with the olive oil, garlic, fennel seeds and chilli flakes. Bake for 12 mins and serve warm with cocktail sticks and bread, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 3.8 milligram of sodium
TOMATO-BASIL BRUSCHETTA WITH FETA
Turn a French baguette and a few other ingredients like plum tomatoes, black olives and red onions into Tomato-Basil Bruschetta with Feta. Our tomato basil bruschetta is "betta" with feta. Check it out!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 25m
Yield 18 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat broiler.
- Broil bread slices 2 to 3 min. on each side or until lightly toasted on both sides. Brush evenly with 1 Tbsp. oil.
- Combine remaining ingredients with remaining oil.
- Spoon onto toast slices just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 4.4999 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g
Tips:
- Use fresh basil for the best flavor.
- If you don't have any feta cheese, you can use crumbled goat cheese or ricotta cheese instead.
- If you don't have any kalamata olives, you can use black olives or green olives instead.
- To make the toast ahead of time, simply assemble the toasts and then store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours. When you're ready to serve, toast the bread in the oven for a few minutes until it's warmed through.
- These toasts are also great for meal prep. Simply assemble the toasts and then store them in the freezer for up to 2 months. When you're ready to eat, thaw the toasts in the refrigerator overnight and then toast them in the oven for a few minutes until they're warmed through.
Conclusion:
Basil feta olive toast is a delicious and easy appetizer or snack that can be made in just a few minutes. It's perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a quick bite to eat. With its fresh basil, creamy feta cheese, and salty olives, this toast is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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