Marinated Feta and Olives

From issue #124, page 28. November, 2025
Marinated Feta and Olives

Is it even a festive feast if there aren't some cheesy treats on the table? Pimp up your party platters with these easy, cheesy bites!

Serves: 16

INGREDIENTS

2 x 200-gram blocks Mainland Creamy Feta Cheese
1 cup pitted green manzanilla olives
4 cloves garlic
1 cup olive oil
1 small lemon
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¼–½ teaspoon chilli flakes

TO SERVE
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional
Crusty bread

METHOD

Cut the Mainland Feta Cheese into 2cm cubes. Place in a medium-sized bowl or container.

Cut the olives in half and smash the garlic cloves with the back of a knife. Add both to the bowl along with the olive oil.

Use a peeler or sharp knife to cut thin strips of zest off of the lemon. Add to the bowl along with the oregano and chilli flakes. Cover and chill in the fridge overnight.

TO SERVE: Transfer the marinated feta to a serving dish and top with fresh parsley. Serve with slices of crusty bread.

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