55+ Recipes with Feta

This collection of 55+ feta cheese recipes includes appetizers, complete meals, and vegetarian options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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If you love feta cheese like I do, then this list of recipes is for you! Feta is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine not only because it’s so good but because it lends a unique texture and taste to whatever dish it’s added to. Below, you’ll find 55+ recipes with feta cheese for breakfast, sides, salads, pastas, dinners, and even desserts (just kidding!). It’s a tangy, salty, soft cheese that I wouldn’t want to cook without!

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This collection of 55+ recipes with feta cheese will have you nerding out over this key ingredient. Feta cheese, with its tangy flavor and creamy texture, has a remarkable ability to take any dish to the next level. That’s why I’m so excited to share these mouthwatering, healthy feta recipes with you. Whether you’re a longtime fan of feta or new to this culinary delicacy, these easy feta recipes will help you effortlessly include this versatile cheese into your meals.

Why You Should Cook More Recipes with Feta

  • Add instant flavor. Feta cheese adds a unique, tangy, and salty flavor to dishes, instantly elevating them from ordinary to extraordinary. This cheese can transform even the simplest of ingredients into a gourmet masterpiece. So jazz up your dinner recipes with feta cheese!
  • Versatile ingredient. These easy feta recipes prove that feta cheese can be incorporated into any dish effortlessly. Whether the dish is sweet or savory, hot or cold – feta cheese can be the star of the show. It’s also excellent tucked into sandwiches, wraps, and more!
  • Cultural creativity. Feta cheese is a staple in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines. Learning to use it in feta salad recipes or warm pasta bakes introduces you and your guests to new flavors and culinary diversity.

Tips for Making Recipes with Feta

  1. Check feta ingredients. When buying feta, look for 3 main ingredients: milk, rennet (also can be called cultures or enzymes), and salt. If you want authentic feta, go with feta made in Greece with sheep’s milk.
  2. Quick quality control. Feta should be white – if there is any hint of yellow, the cheese has been exposed to air outside the brine and should not be used. It should also have a tangy flavor and rich aroma; skip it if it tastes bitter, sour, or rancid. If ever in doubt, toss it and buy fresh feta.
  3. Follow the recipe. Some dishes add feta at the beginning of the recipe, while others towards the end of the cooking process. It’s important to stick to the recipe, as the timing of adding the feta can affect the overall dish.
  4. Watch out for the salt. Feta cheese is quite salty. If your dish includes other naturally salty foods like olives, capers, or sun-dried tomatoes, keep added salt to a minimum. Taste as you go and adjust if necessary.
  5. Store properly. Keep feta cheese in its brine and airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and prevent it from drying out. Depending on the brand, you may find a small piece of cloth-like paper in the container – be sure to use it to cover the exposed surface of the feta to keep the cheese moist and protected.

Different Types of Feta

  • Greek feta: The most well-known, readily available, and traditional type of feta cheese. Historically, Greek feta has been made from sheep’s milk or a combination of sheep and goat milk, and it’s aged in blocks in a salty and tangy brine, which enhances flavor overtime. Greek feta is the most common feta and can be used for most of these feta cheese recipes.
  • Bulgarian or French feta: Made entirely of sheep’s milk, this feta tends to be milder and creamier in flavor compared to Greek but more dense in texture. As a result, it withstands heat well, making it a great option for pasta dishes, frittatas, and added to meats. This type of feta cheese is harder to find in your local supermarket and you may have to venture out to a specialty cheese shop.
  • Crumbled feta: This is the feta you typically find in plastic containers at your local grocery store. It’s likely made from skimmed cow’s milk, and it’s convenient for topping pasta dishes, salads, and other finished foods as it’s dry, crumbly, and ready-to-go. Crumbled feta makes easy feta recipes a breeze!

Best Recipes with Feta Cheese

It’s no surprise that just by looking at this collection of healthy feta recipes, we love a block of good feta cheese. You’ll find everything here – from easy feta recipes to start the day with, to feta salad recipes, and tasty appetizers to serve at your next party. You’ll also find feta pasta recipes for those busy weeknight days when you’re uninspired to cook. And if you’re looking for a meatless meal, there are plenty of vegetarian recipes with feta cheese that you will fall in love with. From breakfast to dinner recipes with feta cheese – this roundup has you covered!

Breakfast Recipes with Feta Cheese

Egg white bites on a plate with 2 on a smaller plate nearby, garnished with fresh parsley.
Breakfast

Egg White Bites

These Starbucks copycat egg white bites with red bell pepper are perfect for a protein-packed breakfast with cottage cheese, mozzarella, feta, and spinach.
 
40 minutes
5 from 122 votes
Baked feta eggs recipe.
Breakfast

Baked Feta Eggs

Baked Feta Eggs is a super easy, hands-off dish with scrambled eggs and melty feta. It's a fun new twist on popular baked feta recipes!
 
25 minutes
5 from 4 votes
Crispy fried feta eggs with harissa on a tortilla shell garnished with fresh dill.
Breakfast

Crispy Fried Feta & Eggs – 2 ways

Try the viral Crispy Fried Feta and Eggs for the ultimate breakfast, made 2 ways: with spicy harissa or pesto and served on a tortilla!
 
10 minutes
5 from 12 votes
Mediterranean Egg wrap.
Breakfast, Sandwich

Mediterranean Egg Wrap

This Mediterranean Egg Wrap is a breakfast sandwich that is packed with protein, color and incredible flavor- perfect for on-the-go mornings!
 
10 minutes
5 from 54 votes
Shakshuka with Feta served with bread and cilantro in a cast iron skillet
Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner

Shakshuka with Feta

Shakshuka with Feta is a one skillet meal like eggs in purgatory. Eggs are poached in a spiced tomato sauce with caramelized onions and sprinkled with feta!
 
52 minutes
5 from 411 votes
Taking a spoonful of the baked eggs in avocado
Breakfast, Brunch

Baked Eggs in Avocado

This low carb breakfast is quick and easy to make, and so delicious! Ready to enjoy in 20 minutes.
 
20 minutes
4.9 from 13 votes
Green Shakshuka cooked in a large skillet.
Breakfast

Green Shakshuka

A modern version of the Middle Eastern recipe, green shakshuka is a delicious dish with cracked eggs over a medley of green vegetables. It's vegetarian & gluten-free!
 
35 minutes
5 from 22 votes
low carb egg wrap on a plate with sliced tomatoes
Breakfast

Breakfast Egg Wrap

This low-carb egg wrap is a customizable powerhouse breakfast wrap recipe! The egg wrap itself is thin, crepe-like, and can be filled with anything!
 
10 minutes
5 from 262 votes
Mediterranean Frittata in a cast iron skillet topped with sundried tomatoes, feta cheese and parsley
Breakfast

Mediterranean Frittata

Switch up brunch from an ordinary omelette and try this Mediterranean Frittata made with spinach, feta & tomatoes – perfectly seasoned and quickly prepared!
 
15 minutes
5 from 175 votes

Easy Feta Recipes

Air fryer Greek salmon on a platter served with greek salad
Main Course

Air Fryer Greek Salmon

Full of fresh flavors, this Air Fryer Greek salmon recipe is a breeze to make. Ready to serve in less than 30 minutes, is healthy, light and so delicious!
 
28 minutes
5 from 57 votes
Large bowl of salad with air fried feta cheese croutons
Salad

Crispy Feta Croutons Salad

Add some flavor and bite to your salads with these air fried crispy feta croutons. Simple to make, they're great for soups and wraps too!
 
45 minutes
5 from 9 votes
Oval platter with meatballs and side of tzatziki sauce in a small bowl. Garnished with lemon wedges and fresh mint leaves.
Appetizer, Entree

Greek Meatballs

Oven-baked all beef Greek Meatballs stuffed with feta cheese served with a homemade Tzatziki sauce! Perfect appetizer or main course!
 
35 minutes
5 from 237 votes
Watermelon feta salad served in a large bowl with cucumbers and onions.
Appetizer, Salad

Watermelon Feta Salad

Watermelon Feta Salad is a refreshing summer salad that has a sweet-and-salty taste and so festive for summer cookouts, potlucks and picnics.
 
15 minutes
5 from 123 votes
Baked feta pasta.
Dinner, Entree, Pastas

Baked Feta Pasta

Baked feta pasta is a simple recipe made by oven roasting a block of feta cheese with cherry tomatoes to create a salty and cheesy sauce!
 
40 minutes
5 from 12919 votes

Feta Salad Recipes

Roasted cauliflower salad recipe.
Salad, Side Dish

Roasted Cauliflower Salad

Salads can feel like a chore sometimes, but not this one! This roasted cauliflower salad is really easy to make. The oven does practically all the work, and with the creamy tahini dressing, it’s the kind of salad that’s actually exciting to eat.
 
50 minutes
5 from 1 vote
Smashed cucumber salad recipe.
Side Dish

Smashed Cucumber Salad

This Smashed Cucumber Salad is tossed in a Mediterranean dressing with feta and sesame seeds. It's so crunchy and so good!
 
50 minutes
5 from 1 vote
Appetizer, Salad, Side

Classic Greek Salad

Enjoy a refreshing and easy-to-make Greek salad with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy olives, colorful peppers, and creamy feta cheese.
 
15 minutes
5 from 46 votes
Large bowl of summer peach salad with spinach and avocado with large serving spoon inside
Salad

Peach Salad

This simple and delicious Peach Salad is loaded with texture and flavor. Quick to make with fresh ingredients, it's a tasty summertime recipe!
 
10 minutes
5 from 94 votes
Overhead shot of chopped salad with ingredients layered in rows over lettuce.
Salads

Mediterranean Chopped Salad

Make this Mediterranean Chopped Salad for a large crowd. It's full of veggies, chickpeas, feta cheese, and olives and tossed in a lemony herb dressing!
 
15 minutes
5 from 631 votes
Strawberry Arugula Salad on a large platter with the dressing in a small bowl next to it
Salads

Strawberry Arugula Salad

Super simple strawberry and arugula salad with crunch pecans, salty feta, and sweet strawberries. It's finished off with a fresh strawberry vinaigrette!
 
20 minutes
5 from 70 votes
Roasted Beets Arugula Tomato Feta Salad - a fresh and light side salad in a large platter with feta cheese on the side
Salad

Roasted Beet Salad

Roasted Beet Salad is made with two types of seasonal beets and served over a bed or arugula; it's a fresh, light and nutritious summer salad
 
35 minutes
5 from 74 votes
Cucumber watermelon salad in a large white serving bowl with a small glass bowl with extra chunks of watermelon.
Salad

Watermelon Cucumber Salad

Simple Watermelon Cucumber Salad tossed with feta cheese and a light balsamic vinaigrette. Topped with fresh basil for a refreshing summer fruit salad.
 
10 minutes
5 from 66 votes
Fall harvest salad recipe.
Salads, Side Dish

Fall Harvest Salad

This Fall Harvest Salad is inspired by the seasonal veggies that are popular in autumn – including kale, sweet potatoes, and apples tossed in a tahini dressing!
 
55 minutes
5 from 36 votes
Beet orange salad topped with feta cheese and walnuts
Salads

Beet Orange Salad

This Beet Orange Salad is a simple and classic spring salad that balances the sweetness of beets with the tanginess of oranges – light, flavorful & vibrant
 
25 minutes
5 from 157 votes
Salad bowl with the Mediterranean chicken salad
Salad

Mediterranean Chicken Salad

Ready to serve in 30 minutes, this Mediterranean chicken salad is bursting with fresh and vibrant flavors. It's hearty, healthy and delicious!
 
30 minutes
5 from 345 votes

Feta Pasta Recipes

Mediterranean Pasta Salad in a white bowl
Salad

Mediterranean Pasta Salad

This healthy Mediterranean Pasta Salad is a summertime favorite recipe. It's quick and easy to make, loaded with vegetables and color, and super filling!
 
20 minutes
5 from 294 votes
Spinach Pasta Salad in a white bowl on a table with another bowl next to it and feta cheese
Entree

Spinach Pasta Salad

This bright and colorful Spinach Pasta Salad is packed with flavor and nutrition- a vegetarian recipe that's perfect for picnics and potlucks
 
20 minutes
5 from 197 votes
Sun-dried tomato pasta salad in a bowl.
Pastas, Salad, Side, Side Dish

Sun-dried Tomato Pasta Salad

Sun-dried Tomato Pasta Salad is quick & simple to make with just a few pantry staple ingredients. It's great for meal prep & bursting with flavor!
 
30 minutes
5 from 8 votes
Greek pasta salad recipe.
Salads

Greek Pasta Salad

Greek Pasta Salad is a light, fresh and easy summer salad full of sweet tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, olives and feta cheese all tossed in a homemade dressing!
 
30 minutes
5 from 34 votes
Large serving bowl of shrimp orzo salad with dill on the side
Salad

Shrimp Orzo Salad

Shrimp orzo salad is an easy refreshing summer recipe made with pasta, fresh vegetables and feta cheese – perfect for picnics and cookouts!
 
25 minutes
5 from 169 votes
Large bowl of cucumber lemon orzo salad
Salad

Cucumber Lemon Orzo Salad

Fresh, vibrant and so easy to make, this cucumber lemon orzo salad is a perfect summer side dish. Full of flavor and it can be made ahead of time in minutes
 
20 minutes
5 from 42 votes
Large bowl of orzo salad with spoon dipped in and garnished with lemon wedges.
Salad, Side, Side Dish

Greek Orzo Salad

Love orzo pasta? You're going to love this Mediterranean Greek Orzo Salad! Made with fresh ingredients, feta, and a lemon vinaigrette you can't go wrong!
 
17 minutes
5 from 191 votes

Dinner Recipes with Feta Cheese

Vegetarian gyro bowl recipe.
Main Course

Vegetarian Gyro Bowl

Simple and quick to make, this vegetarian gyro bowl is made with chickpea bites, sauteed peppers and onions; served with tzatziki and pita.
 
35 minutes
5 from 70 votes
A fork scooping from a feta spaghetti squash made with cherry tomatoes and garlic on a white round plate.
Entree

Feta Spaghetti Squash

This feta spaghetti squash is a perfect low-carb twist on my viral Tik Tok pasta! Enjoy this vegetarian meal any night of the week.
 
1 hour
5 from 33 votes
2 fall grain bowls made with butternut squash, kale, farro, beets, feta and pistachios
Main Course

Ancient Grain Bowl

Easy to make, these healthy fall grain bowls are made with farro, butternut squash and beets and tossed in a delicious balsamic dressing. Perfect for make ahead meals!
 
50 minutes
5 from 97 votes
Mediterranean stuffed chicken on a long serving plate garnished with basil
Main Course

Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken

These stuffed chicken breasts are a flavorful and healthy weeknight meal. Easy to make with simple ingredients, serve them with all of your favorite sides for a nutritious family dinner.
 
35 minutes
5 from 105 votes
Close up shot of the Mediterranean Couscous in large white serving bowl with chopped parsley and lemon wedges off to side.
Entree

Couscous with Shrimp

A quick and easy summer recipe, this Mediterranean Couscous dish is made with shrimp, tomatoes, feta, olives and capers – it’s fresh, healthy & irresistible
 
22 minutes
5 from 213 votes
Spinach & Feta Stuffed Chicken served with mixed greens on white plate
Main Course

Spinach Feta Stuffed Chicken

Spinach Feta Stuffed Chicken is an upgrade from your everyday weeknight chicken recipes – juicy chicken breast perfectly seasoned and baked!
 
40 minutes
5 from 280 votes
Baked Feta salmon after it's cooked in the oven
Main Course

Baked Feta Salmon

Ready to serve in 20 minutes, this simple baked feta salmon is a perfect weeknight meal. Fresh, vibrant and low carb.
 
20 minutes
5 from 346 votes
Large bowl of baked feta soup with spoon inside
Soup

Baked Feta Tomato Soup

Simple to make, baked feta soup is full of rich flavors. A fun variation on the famous TikTok baked feta pasta the whole family will love!
 
1 hour
5 from 322 votes
Chickpea burger - vegetarian and served with fries
Main Course

Chickpea Burger

This healthy veggie chickpea burger recipe is so simple to make and packed with Mediterranean ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes and feta.
 
20 minutes
5 from 573 votes

Vegetarian Recipes with Feta Cheese

Close up shot of the Mediterranean Couscous in large white serving bowl with chopped parsley and lemon wedges off to side.
Entree

Mediterranean Couscous

A quick and easy summer recipe, this Mediterranean Couscous dish is made with shrimp, tomatoes, feta, olives and capers – it’s fresh, healthy & irresistible
 
22 minutes
5 from 213 votes
Vegetarian avocado sandwich filled with vetables
Sandwich

Vegetarian Avocado Sandwich

Ready to serve in minutes, this vegetarian avocado sandwich is fresh, healthy and extra tasty! Perfect for a quick lunch during a busy day!
 
10 minutes
5 from 153 votes
Veggie and hummus sandwiches stacked on top of each other with small bowl of hummus in background
Lunch, Sandwich

Hummus Veggie Sandwich

This delicious humus veggie sandwich is quick and easy to make and perfect for lunch on the go. Loaded with fresh vegetables, it's bold, vibrant and easily customizable.
 
10 minutes
5 from 28 votes
Mediterranean rice salad recipe.
Salads, Side Dish

Mediterranean Rice Salad

This Mediterranean Rice Salad is a great way to bulk up a salad or use leftover rice – easily customizable and ready in minutes!
 
15 minutes
5 from 47 votes
Salad, Side Dish

Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad

This Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad is a seasonal recipe that is perfect for holiday gatherings and Thanksgiving- bursting with color & flavor
 
1 hour
5 from 200 votes

Feta Cheese Appetizer Recipes

Hand dipping a pita chip into a bowl of hummus from a mezze platter spread with varies dips and vegetables.
Appetizer

Mezze Platter

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with a mezze platter! A colorful spread of delicious cold dips, veggies, cheese, and more.
 
30 minutes
5 from 9 votes
Tray of cucumber canapes with bowl of whipped feta topping.
Appetizer, Dips, Snacks

Cucumber Bites

Cucumber Bites topped with whipped feta and fresh dill, making them a fun and fancy finger food appetizer for parties.
 
10 minutes
5 from 2 votes
Close up of Cauliflower fritter with fork cutting into one
Appetizer

Cauliflower Quinoa Fritters

Cauliflower Fritters are a great vegetarian appetizer recipe for a crowd or for adding to salads. They're made with quinoa, bread crumbs, feta cheese & eggs
 
20 minutes
5 from 16 votes
Greek spanakopita recipe made into triangles on a white plate
Appetizer

Spanakopita Triangles

Made with just a few simple ingredients, these delicious spinach and feta spanakopita triangles are a fun appetizer recipe to make at home.
 
55 minutes
5 from 506 votes
7 layer mediterranean dip with pita chips served on the side
Appetizer

7 Layer Mediterranean Dip

Try this easy Mediterranean twist on the popular 7 layer dip for your next party; perfect appetizer to feed a crowd and dip with pita chips!
 
20 minutes
5 from 93 votes
Baked feta dip.
Appetizer

Baked Feta Dip

Simple and easy to make with fresh ingredients, this baked feta dip is an effortless appetizer that's made for sharing- perfect with crackers
 
40 minutes
5 from 67 votes
Artichoke tahini dip with pita crackers on the side
Appetizer

Artichoke Tahini Dip

Loaded with flavor, this spinach and artichoke tahini dip is a crowd pleasing appetizer. Baked in the oven; best served with pita or crackers!
 
40 minutes
5 from 27 votes
Spanakopita recipe.
Appetizer, Entree, Side Dish

Spanakopita

This easy Spanakopita recipe is baked in a casserole dish with a phyllo dough crust, and a filling made with frozen spinach, feta, onions, and a little salt and pepper!
 
1 hour 17 minutes
5 from 1 vote
Large plate of pasta chips served with whipped feta dip
Appetizer

Whipped Feta Dip

Pasta Chips are the latest TikTok trend made with cooked pasta that's drained and tossed with olive oil, cheese and spices- perfect appetizer
 
30 minutes
5 from 2080 votes
Platter of pita chips and fresh veggies with bowl of feta dip in center.
Appetizer, Snack

Creamy Feta Dip

This creamy feta dip is a simple, crowd-pleasing Mediterranean-inspired appetizer that's very easy to prepare for parties and potlucks!
 
10 minutes
5 from 69 votes

Frequently Asked Questions

What goes well with feta cheese?

As you can see from this collection of feta cheese recipes, there is no shortage of feta pairings. It is a wonderful topping in salads, giving them a salty and creamy kick. Feta cheese also complements fruits like watermelon and peaches, adding a delightful contrast of flavors. Feta also goes great with traditional Mediterranean ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes, vibrant fresh vegetables, and olives, making it a great addition to pasta dishes, pizzas, wraps, and much more!

Do you drain the brine from feta cheese?

When storing feta cheese, you want to leave the brine so the cheese will not dry out. However, if you are using it in recipes, like a casserole, pasta dish, or salads, it’s best to drain the brine and pat the cheese dry so the excess liquid will not affect the consistency of the dish.

Can I freeze feta cheese?

Yes, you can, but as with all cheeses, the texture may change after thawing. If you still want to freeze it, I recommend crumbling it first or cubing it and freezing it to use in cooked dishes like pasta bakes and other dinner recipes with feta cheese.

From breakfast to dinner and everything in between, this collection of feta cheese recipes has something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for appetizers, complete meals, or vegetarian recipes with feta cheese, we have you covered. Including this salty and tangy cheese in various dishes, from vibrant salads to feta pasta recipes, couldn’t be easier with this exhaustive list of healthy feta recipes.

Cucumber watermelon salad in a large white serving bowl with a small glass bowl with extra chunks of watermelon.

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