Grilled Mini Sweet Peppers with Feta Cubes
Vibrant, mini sweet peppers are charred, adding a smoky depth to their natural sweetness. These bite-sized delights are topped with creamy, tangy marinated feta cubes, offering a delightful contrast in both flavor and texture. It’s served with a side of refreshing Feta Tzatziki and grilled naan or pita.
Prep Time
20 minCook Time
15 minServings
6Marinated Feta
- 1 block (8 oz) or 1/2 lb of Président® Feta Chunk, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- 5 garlic cloves, sliced
- 1 lemon rind
- 1/2 cup fresh herbs (thyme & oregano sprigs, chopped basil)
- Black pepper and chili flakes
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- To make the feta, arrange the feta, garlic, lemon rind, herbs, black pepper, and chili flakes in a large glass jar. Drizzle over the honey, then pour over the olive oil. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- To make the tzatziki, combine the feta, 1/4 cup yogurt, garlic, and lemon juice in a blender and blend until creamy. Stir in 1/3 cup more yogurt, the cucumbers, and a pinch of salt and red pepper flakes. Spoon into a small jar or bowl for serving.
- To make the peppers, preheat the grill or grill pan to high.
- In a large bowl, toss the peppers with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Grill the peppers until softened and charred, 4 minutes per side. Remove from the grill and arrange on a serving plate or a white serving board.
- Spoon over the feta and oil. Let everything sit for 10 minutes. Serve with Tzatziki and grilled pita or naan.
Feta Tzatziki
- 1 block (8 oz) or 1/2 lb of Président® Feta Chunk
- 1/4 cup + 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt, separated
- 2 cloves garlic grated
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 1-2 Persian cucumbers, shredded
- Kosher salt
- Red pepper flakes
Base Ingredients
- 1 lb sweet baby peppers
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- For serving: Tzatziki sauce, pita or naan
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Recipe by
Annie Siegfried
Hey! My name is Annie. I’m a food writer and photographer with a passion for blending flavor and nutrition into all my recipes. My goal is to inspire you to cook meals that are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. The recipes I make are inspired by the people I love most and places I visit. I’m a big supporter of intuitive eating, and against any restrictive diets.
