For a fresh and summery aperitif, feta is the queen of the party. We love these 13 ultra-gourmet recipes.
You surely couldn’t have missed the baked feta pasta. Remember, it was this roasted feta and tomato pasta that set social media on fire. This enormous success has earned the famous Greek cheese a flamboyant return to our plates. It is true that with its fresh and slightly salty taste, feta is a versatile and unique ingredient.
Feta or not feta?
Feta is a Greek cheese made from curdled sheep’s milk. It now has a protected designation of origin (PDO) indicating its place of production and its composition. Feta must therefore be composed of at least 70% sheep’s milk, 30% goat’s milk and be produced in Larissa in Greece. The brining stage, the immersion of the cheese in salt water, is also mentioned in the specifications. These are all factors that will give feta its texture and characteristic taste.
In stores, choose products bearing the AOP label to ensure their quality. Other cheese specialties made from sheep’s milk, even if they are good, do not benefit from the same know-how.
Now that you know how to choose it, all you have to do is get to cooking.
How to cook feta as an appetizer?
As an aperitif, we offer sunny recipes to brighten up the taste buds. Feta is a good student in this area, combining wonderfully with seasonal products.
For a festive meal, you can revisit the feta salad in aperitif glasses or on skewers. With tomato and raw ham, you’ll only have one bite. More chic, we dare to try the smoked salmon, cucumber and cheese bites, for a simple but refined dinner aperitif. Small toasts of watermelon and crumbled feta will also bring lightness and freshness. Exactly what we are looking for during periods of extreme heat.
Finally, if you tend to eat this specialty cold, know that it can be cooked in any way. Roasted, braised or fried, its creamy texture melts in your mouth. This also makes it a perfect garnish for “large format” recipes. So we think of cakes, summer vegetable tarts and focaccias to share when entertaining.
Do you still find that it lacks deliciousness? Try the breaded feta, with a sesame or cereal crust, you won’t believe it. Crispy and melting at the same time, just add a drizzle of honey and it’s heaven.
We told you, anything is possible with feta.
For an aperitif, stock up on ideas with our 13 feta recipes.
Dakos, the fantastic Greek bruschetta
© Olive and Mango
This traditional Cretan toast made with tomatoes and feta is truly delicious.
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Breaded feta with honey and sesame

© Damn Spicy
A sweet and sour recipe perfect for an aperitif.
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Feta and watermelon appetizer bites

© Reluctant Entertainer
These little bites are refreshing and very quick to prepare.
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Focaccia with cherry tomatoes, olives & feta

© Lady Coquillette
To share, focaccia can be made in 1001 ways.
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Feta and lemon jam bites

©Nigella
Lemon jam brings a delicate bitterness to this breaded feta recipe.
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Feta and roasted tomato dip

© Not a crumb left on the plate
A creamy and delicious feta cream.
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Egg muffins with feta, spinach and dried tomatoes

© The Modern Proper
Good news, these little egg muffins are gluten-free.
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Samosas with chard, cumin and feta

© Free The Pickle
A vegetarian recipe with a twist. You can replace the chard with leeks or spinach out of season.
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Feta cigars

© Tales and delights
We love dipping them in a tomato spread or tapenade.
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Zucchini, quinoa and feta pancakes

© Steph at the table
Delicious and summery pancakes that can be served as an aperitif or as a starter.
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Feta, zucchini and spinach muffins

© Delicious Little Kitchen
These little muffins are perfect to enjoy as an aperitif or to take on a picnic. Feel free to vary the recipe with salmon or tuna as desired.
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Greek salad on skewers

© Little Broken
The famous Mediterranean salad revisited on easy-to-share skewers.
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Ktipiti, pepper cream with feta

© A lunch in the sun
A Greek mezze with Mediterranean flavors. Perfect for dipping raw vegetables or spreading on croutons.
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