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Mediterranean Feta Dipping Oil

A luxurious and easy appetizer featuring high-quality olive oil infused with garlic and herbs, topped with crumbled feta cheese.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Greek, Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

The Dip
  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil high quality
  • 8 oz feta cheese block, crumbled
  • 2-3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 pinch black pepper freshly cracked
For Serving
  • 1 loaf crusty bread sourdough or baguette

Equipment

  • Shallow serving bowl
  • Knife and Cutting Board
  • Garlic Press

Method
 

  1. Mince the garlic finely. In a small bowl, mix garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
  2. Pour the extra virgin olive oil into a shallow serving bowl or rimmed plate.
  3. Add the herb and garlic mixture to the oil and stir gently to combine. Let sit for 10 minutes to infuse if time permits.
  4. Crumble the block of feta cheese directly into the oil, keeping some chunks large.
  5. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
  6. Serve immediately with warm crusty bread for dipping.

Notes

Use a block of feta in brine for the best texture; pre-crumbled feta is too dry.