Mixed Olives and Feta Appetizer

This simple appetizer is a great way to showcase the flavors of mixed olives and feta cheese. The olives provide a briny, salty flavor, while the feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy richness. The red wine vinegar and oregano add a nice acidity and herbal flavor, and the fresh parsley adds a bright, fresh finish.

This recipe was inspired by a trip I took to Greece a few years ago. I was visiting a friend who lived in a small village on the island of Crete. One evening, she invited me over for dinner and served me a simple appetizer of mixed olives and feta cheese. I was immediately hooked on the combination of flavors, and I've been making it ever since.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup pitted green olives
• 1/2 cup pitted black olives
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the olives, feta cheese, olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2. Stir until well combined.
3. Garnish with fresh parsley.
4. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Why It Works

• The combination of briny olives, creamy feta, and acidic red wine vinegar creates a complex and flavorful appetizer.
• The oregano adds a nice herbal flavor, and the fresh parsley adds a bright, fresh finish.
• This appetizer is easy to make and can be served immediately or chilled for later.