5-Minute Tomato Appetizer with Feta
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
5-Minute Tomato Appetizer with Feta
Description
The appetizer uses small, ripe tomatoes cut in half—Campari tomatoes sliced horizontally, or Roma tomatoes sliced vertically—offering a juicy base. Crumbled feta cheese adds a salty creaminess that contrasts the sweet acidity of the tomatoes. Drizzling with high-quality extra virgin olive oil enriches the dish with fruity, smooth flavors.
Optional Aleppo pepper or red pepper flakes provide a gentle spicy note enhancing the overall balance. The dish is assembled raw without cooking, preserving the natural textures and freshness of the ingredients.
Best served fresh for optimal taste and texture, leftovers can be refrigerated for up to two days, though the tomato’s firmness and flavor are strongest immediately after preparation.
Ingredients
- 6 campari tomatoes or you can use Roma tomatoes
- 3 to 4 tablespoons feta cheese crumbled
- extra virgin olive oil
- Aleppo pepper optional, or red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Slice the Campari tomatoes in half horizontally (around the equator). If using Roma tomatoes instead, cut them in half vertically (the long way).
- Assemble the tomato halves on a plate with flesh side facing you. Top each half with some crumbled feta. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and finish with a pinch of Aleppo-style pepper or red pepper flakes, if using. Serve.
Notes
- For best flavor, serve this appetizer fresh, although leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Choose high-quality extra virgin olive oil to enhance the taste.
- Use Campari or Roma tomatoes depending on availability and preference.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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