Save A festive and vibrant appetizer featuring tangy feta, briny olives, and juicy cherry tomatoes, perfect for holiday gatherings and casual celebrations.
This appetizer is quick to prepare and always a hit at parties, bringing together fresh Mediterranean flavors with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- Feta cheese: 200 g feta cheese, cut into 16 cubes
- Cherry tomatoes: 16 cherry tomatoes
- Kalamata olives: 16 pitted kalamata olives
- Green olives: 16 pitted green olives
- Extra virgin olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Fresh oregano leaves: 1 tbsp (or 1 tsp dried oregano)
- Lemon zest: Zest of 1 lemon
- Freshly ground black pepper: To taste
- Cocktail skewers or toothpicks: 16 small pieces
Instructions
- Pat the feta:
- Pat the feta cubes dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Thread skewers:
- Thread one cherry tomato, one cube of feta, one kalamata olive, and one green olive onto each skewer.
- Arrange:
- Arrange the skewers on a serving platter.
- Mix dressing:
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, and lemon zest.
- Drizzle:
- Drizzle the olive oil mixture evenly over the skewers.
- Season:
- Season with freshly ground black pepper.
- Garnish and serve:
- Garnish with extra oregano leaves if desired Serve immediately.
Save This recipe brings back fond memories of family holiday celebrations where everyone enjoys the colorful skewers accompanied by a glass of crisp white wine.
Required Tools
Small sharp knife cutting board small bowl spoon cocktail skewers or toothpicks
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (feta cheese) olives may be processed in facilities handling nuts or other allergens check labels if concerned
Nutritional Information
Calories 60 Total Fat 5 g Carbohydrates 1 g Protein 2 g per serving
Save A simple yet elegant appetizer that will add festive cheer to any celebration.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of olives are ideal for these skewers?
Kalamata and green pitted olives provide a balanced briny flavor and firm texture that complement the creamy cheese and tomatoes well.
- → How should the feta be prepared for the best results?
Patting the feta dry removes excess moisture, helping it hold its shape when skewered and preventing sogginess.
- → Can I use other cheeses instead of feta?
Yes, halloumi or mozzarella cubes work well as substitutes, offering different textures and mild flavors.
- → Is the olive oil mixture necessary?
The combination of extra virgin olive oil, oregano, and lemon zest enhances the flavor and adds freshness to the skewers.
- → How can I add a spicy element to these skewers?
Sprinkling crushed red pepper flakes over the assembled skewers adds a pleasant, subtle heat.