Description
Baked Feta Dip is a delicious and creamy appetizer that combines the rich flavors of feta cheese, sweet fig preserves, and crunchy pecans. This dish is perfect for any occasion, from casual family gatherings to elegant dinner parties. With its delightful blend of savory and sweet, it’s sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more. The dip is also incredibly easy to prepare, allowing for customization with different jams or nuts based on your preferences. It pairs beautifully with toasted bread, pita chips, or fresh veggies, making it a versatile choice that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 14 to 16 ounces block feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ cup fig preserves
- ½ cup raw pecans (chopped)
- Fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toast pecans in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant (1-3 minutes). Combine with fig preserves.
- Place feta in an oven-safe dish, drizzle with avocado oil, and sprinkle oregano and black pepper.
- Bake feta for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C), stir in fig mixture, then bake for another 12-17 minutes until bubbly.
- Let cool slightly, garnish with fresh thyme if desired, and serve warm with dippers like baguette slices or pita chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg