Baked Feta with Figs and Thyme
As the days get shorter, the craving for warm, nourishing meals grows. This baked feta with figs and thyme is exactly that: a simple autumn-inspired oven dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes and packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants. Creamy feta meets sweet figs, savory walnuts, and aromatic thyme. Great for your immune system, gut health, and cardiovascular health – and above all, absolutely delicious.
Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
- 2 blocks of feta cheese
- 3 fresh figs
- 3 small shallots
- A handful of walnuts
- A few sprigs of fresh thyme
- 1 tsp honey
- Black pepper and a little olive oil
Preparation
Place the feta in an ovenproof baking dish. Quarter the figs and arrange them around and on top of the feta. Finely chop the shallots and distribute them evenly in the dish.
Top with roughly chopped walnuts and fresh thyme sprigs. Finish with a drizzle of honey and season with freshly ground black pepper and a little olive oil.
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 25 minutes.
Serve with a fresh slice of sourdough bread or a selection of vegetable sticks on the side.
Benefits
This autumn dish provides a satisfying combination of protein (feta), healthy fats (walnuts and olive oil), natural sugars (figs), and anti-inflammatory antioxidants (thyme). It’s ideal as a light dinner, a protein-rich snack, or an appetizer – and a smart addition to a balanced diet during the colder months.
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