Broiled Feta with Garlicky Tomatoes & Capers
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Grab some bread and dig in. This warm feta appetizer is simple to make and perfect for sharing.
In this easy recipe, cherry tomatoes, garlic, capers, and a few minutes under the broiler transform an ordinary block of feta into a warm, creamy spread. Serve it with toasted pita or a crusty baguette and chilled white wine, and you’ve got a simple Mediterranean appetizer—or even a light supper for two.
“Made this for a party with friends, and everyone loved it! So different, so delicious!”
What You’ll Need To Make Broiled Feta with Garlicky Tomatoes & Capers
To make this dish, you’ll need a block of feta cheese (I use the President brand, which you can find at most supermarkets), cherry or grape tomatoes, olive oil, capers, garlic, salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Begin by sautéing the garlic in olive oil until softened.
Add the tomatoes and cook for a few minutes until the tomatoes start to burst, and then add the capers.
Place the block of feta in a small baking dish and scatter the tomatoes around the cheese.
Broil until the feta is softened and browned on top, about 4 minutes.
Serve the broiled feta warm with bread. Enjoy!
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Broiled Feta with Garlicky Cherry Tomatoes & Capers
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) block feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
- 10½ ounces cherry tomatoes, preferably different colors, halved
- Scant ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch sugar
- 1½ tablespoons capers, drained
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler and set the oven rack in the top position. Place the feta in a small (1-quart/1-liter) baking dish and set aside.
- Heat the oil in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until lightly golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, salt, pepper and sugar; cook, stirring frequently, until the tomatoes are softened and starting to burst, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the capers.
- Scatter the tomatoes around the feta and broil until the feta is softened and browned on top, 3 to 4 minutes (but keep an eye on it as broilers vary greatly.) Serve warm with bread.
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Nutrition Information
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Gluten-Free Adaptable Note
To the best of my knowledge, all of the ingredients used in this recipe are gluten-free or widely available in gluten-free versions. There is hidden gluten in many foods; if you're following a gluten-free diet or cooking for someone with gluten allergies, always read the labels of your ingredients to verify that they are gluten-free.
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Amazing! I couldn’t find a block of feta so I used crumbled! Served it over grilled chicken but would also
be great over tilapia, shrimp
or steak. Definitely making again.
Just made this. It was huge hit with my son and husband. They devoured it very quickly. What a great find for the summer pre-dinner drink hour! Also, I will be making it for my book club!
This is my “go-to” for an easy appetizer. I always get requests to share the recipe.
Can I use another cheese that would broil nicely. I cannot eat feta
Hi Trudy, if you have access to halumi, but that would work nicely here. You could also try something like Brie or blue cheese, but I’ve never used them here. Just make sure to keep an eye on it while it’s in the oven.
Such and easy dish that looks and tastes beautiful
Deliciousness. You should make a double recipe, one is never enough if you have company.
Wow, amazing and so quick and easy. Huge hit with the family, Thanks Jenn!