MARINATED FETA CHEESE WITH ORANGE, GREEN OLIVES, AND GARLIC

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Make and share this Marinated Feta Cheese With Orange, Green Olives, and Garlic recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boo Chef in West Te

Categories     Greek

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 1/2 Cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 cups extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1 tablespoon" minced" fresh oregano leaves
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
8 ounces feta cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes about 2 cups
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pitted green olives, about 4 ounces

Steps:

  • Cook 1 cup of the oil, the garlic, oregano, orange zest, and pepper flakes in a small saucepan over low heat until the garlic is softened, about 18 minutes.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and gently stir in the feta and olives. Cover and let sit until the mixture reaches room temperature, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Stir in the remaining 1/4 cup oil and serve. (The mixture can be transferred to an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 1 week. Before serving, let sit at room temperature until the oil liquefies about 1 hour.).

John Wadih
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This marinated feta cheese is the perfect appetizer for a party. It's easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kamal Sarma
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I'm not a big fan of feta cheese, but I thought this recipe was delicious. The marinade really mellowed out the flavor of the cheese.


Raphael Okeke
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I would recommend experimenting with different herbs and spices to find a flavor combination that you really love.


Anthony Ochoa
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The marinated feta cheese was good, but it wasn't as flavorful as I expected. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Mohamed Akeel
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I found the marinated feta cheese to be a bit too salty for my taste. Next time, I'll use less salt in the marinade.


Akrasi Josephine
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This marinated feta cheese is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover feta cheese.


Ihsaan Ullah
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I love the combination of orange, green olives, and garlic in this recipe. It gives the marinated feta cheese a really unique and delicious flavor.


wsm works
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This recipe is a keeper! The marinated feta cheese is delicious on its own, but it's also great added to salads, sandwiches, and pasta dishes.


Aman
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the marinated feta cheese turned out perfectly. It's creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of tanginess.


khanal shanta
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I've made this marinated feta cheese several times now, and it's always a hit with my guests. It's so easy to make, and the flavor is incredible.


Baloch Saab
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This marinated feta cheese was a delightful addition to my cheese platter. The orange, green olives, and garlic gave it a unique and flavorful twist.