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Baked Feta with Spicy Tomato Beans

This Baked Feta with Spicy Tomato Beans is a Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian delight, combining roasted tomatoes, garlic, chili flakes, oregano, and creamy feta cheese. The tender cannellini beans soak up the rich tomato sauce, creating a dish that's perfect for summer dinners or casual lunches, served with fresh crusty bread for an irresistible, flavorful experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 400 g tomatoes halved
  • 3 cloves garlic left whole
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp oregano dried
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tin cannellini beans drained
  • 60 ml white wine
  • 1 block feta cheese halved
  • 2 tbsp parsley finely chopped
  • fresh bread to serve

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C fan. Place the halved tomatoes and whole garlic cloves in a roasting pan.
  2. Add chili flakes, oregano, and olive oil to the pan. Toss gently to coat.
  3. Roast the tomatoes and garlic for 15 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
  4. Remove the pan from the oven and add the drained cannellini beans and white wine. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Place the halved feta blocks on top of the tomato and bean mixture.
  6. Return to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes until the feta begins to turn golden and softens.
  7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with finely chopped parsley and an extra drizzle of olive oil.
  8. Serve immediately with slices of fresh crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Notes

  • Use the ripest tomatoes available for maximum flavor.
  • Do not overbake the feta to keep it creamy.
  • Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce for best results.