Feta cheese is one of the most versatile ingredients in Mediterranean cooking, adding tangy, creamy, salty flavor to everything from salads and dips to roasted vegetables and sheet-pan dinners.
If there’s one ingredient I almost always have in my fridge, it’s feta. This beloved brined cheese—traditionally made from sheep’s milk or a blend of sheep’s and goat’s milk—has been a staple across Greece and the Eastern Mediterranean for centuries. Its unmistakable tangy, creamy, and salty flavor instantly wakes up vegetables, grains, salads, and anything else you add it to!
Feta is also a natural fit for the Mediterranean diet. It’s a bold, flavorful cheese, which means a little goes a long way in terms of flavor pay-off. And it pairs beautifully with the vegetables, grains, lean meats, and seafood that define the Mediterranean way of eating!
Before I share this collection of my favorite feta recipes, a word on choosing cheese! Skip the pre-packaged crumbles if you possibly can. They are often dry, and the flavor is one-note. I always buy my feta by the hunk in brine. If you can’t find it that way, a vacuum-sealed block is your next best option!
Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)
Crisp phyllo layered with spinach and feta creates one of the most iconic Greek dishes. Feta’s tangy, salty bite is what makes the deep green filling so delicious!
Tirokafteri (Spicy Greek Feta Dip)
This classic spread whips feta with roasted peppers and olive oil into a creamy, slightly spicy dip. Feta brings the punchy saltiness that balances the gentle heat. Add it to a mezze platter with the Greek eggplant dip Melitzanosalata, with my favorite Kalamata olives and pita.
Greek Sheet Pan Chicken
Juicy chicken thighs roast with a rainbow of vegetables, olives, and big hunks of feta in the savory sheet pan meal. The cheese doesn’t melt, but its edges brown and it gets wonderfully soft inside. Feta’s tangy brightness cuts through the richness of the tangy ladolemono dressing.
Mediterranean Feta Cheese Dip
This chunky Mediterranean cheese dip is a festive addition to any party table. It only takes about 5 to 10 minutes to make and less than 10 ingredients. Serve it with pita chips, fresh chopped veggies, or toast squares.
Spinach Soup with Feta and Dill
Think of this vibrant green puree as spanakopita in soup form! It’s made from spinach and herbs, with roasted cauliflower for body, and feta for creamy sharpness. A finishing crumble of feta and toasted pine nuts on top adds richness and tang.
Greek-Style Baked Feta
Warm, melty feta is baked with tomatoes, bell peppers, olives, and herbs in this iconic mezze. The heat softens the cheese just enough to spread, letting its tangy flavor shine against sweet, juicy vegetables. This sweet version wrapped in phyllo and drizzled with honey is delicious, too!
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Peppers, Cucumbers, Olives, and Feta
This quick, easy, gluten-free quinoa salad recipe is inspired by the flavors of Greece and packed with crunchy bell peppers, crisp cucumbers, and the briny flavors of feta and kalamata olives. It’s a perfect side for Broiled Salmon with Lodolemono Dressing or casual Salmon Sandwiches.
Watermelon Feta Salad
Sweet watermelon, salty feta, and crisp cucumber come together in a way I think is the ultimate summer salad. It’s fresh, juicy, and so easy to make ahead of time. Plus, it’s a refreshing side that balances the rich, smoky flavors of mains cooked on the grill, including grilled lamb kabobs or cilantro lime shrimp.
Artichoke Feta Dip
Creamy, savory artichokes meet briny feta in a dip that always disappears fast. Feta adds richness and brightness to every bite. Pair it with pita chips or veggie crudités.
Greek Salad Skewers
A perennial favorite party bite, these little skewers have the flavors of a Greek salad—tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and olives—layered onto skewers with a juicy cube of feta. The cheese adds creamy contrast to the crunchy veg.
Tomato Salad with Feta and Fresh Herbs
Ripe tomatoes, green herbs, and olive oil meet generous crumbles of feta in this refreshing salad. Feta provides the perfect salty counterpoint to sweet tomatoes. I serve this one all summer!
Creamy Whipped Feta Dip
Feta is blended with yogurt, lemon, and olive oil into a luxuriously smooth dip. This is feta at its most elegant. It’s a great addition to a spread with grilled seafood and veggies, or drizzled and a wonderful compliment to sweet roasted root vegetables in the cooler months.
Fried Feta
Crispy on the outside, warm and soft inside, fried feta is the ultimate appetizer. The crust of toasty sesame seeds enhances feta’s savory flavor while the heat softens its creamy center. It’s perfect with a drizzle of Greek honey or a sweet spoonful of fig jam.
Zucchini Feta Skewers
Zucchini ribbons wrap around cubes of marinated feta and grill to tender perfection. The cheese adds briny richness, turning simple, sweet zucchini into a standout appetizer.
Kleftiko-Style Roasted Chicken and Vegetables
Inspired by classic Greek kleftiko, lamb roasted wrapped in parchment paper, this slow-roasted chicken is finished with cubed feta for added brightness. The tart cheese lifts the savory, lemony pan juices beautifully.
Potatoes with Whipped Feta
Creamy roasted potatoes with a fluffy blanket of whipped feta are a restaurant-worthy side dish. These tender and tangy potatoes are a delicious side for Lemony Baked Cod.
Spinach Frittata with Feta
This simple frittata gets a flavor boost from tender spinach and melty pockets of feta. The cheese adds creamy brightness throughout.
Greek Tiropitakia (Feta Hand Pies)
Flaky phyllo wraps around a soft, salty feta filling in these irresistible little crispy hand pies. They’re a delightful addition to a Mediterranean party spread or pair them with Avgolemono Soup for a cozy meal.
Mediterranean Salmon with Veggies and Feta
Tender salmon roasts with Mediterranean vegetables and cubed feta. The soft cheese adds brightness that complements the richness of the salmon.
Strapatsada (Greek Tomato Feta Scrambled Eggs)
Soft scrambled eggs cook with tomatoes and a handful of feta for a comforting Greek breakfast. The crumbled feta softens, creating delicious pockets of salty tang. Crusty bread is a must!
Braised Leeks with Lemon and Feta
Silky leeks simmer to silkiness in olive oil and lemon juice. A finishing crumble of feta and herbs adds freshness. The cheese gives this elegant vegetable side dish savory depth and creamy contrast.
Tomato Appetizer with Feta
Juicy fresh tomatoes are a perfect counterpart for a salty crumble of feta, making the ultimate fresh starter. The feta’s salty pop brings out the tomatoes’ natural sweetness. I love to serve this ahead of Grilled Chicken Souvlaki.
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