“Tried this last week and will be serving as an appetizer for the holidays this year. Everyone just raved about it!”

This Marinated Cheese Appetizer is an effortlessly elegant dish, perfect for gatherings or a simple snack. Cubes of cheese soak up a vibrant, herb-infused olive oil, creating a burst of Mediterranean flavors with every bite. It’s simple to prepare and truly shines after a good chill.

Marinated Cheese Appetizer

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare Cheese: Place the cubed cheese in a bowl or a glass jar.
2. Whisk Marinade: In a separate bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, minced fresh parsley, finely chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, finely chopped fresh basil, finely chopped fresh oregano, red pepper flake, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
3. Combine & Chill: Pour the whisked marinade over the cubed mozzarella (or chosen cheese) and gently toss to coat all the pieces evenly. Cover the bowl or jar and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, stirring a few times during the chilling process to ensure the flavors meld thoroughly.
4. Serve: Serve the marinated cheese chilled.

This Marinated Cheese Appetizer is fantastic with crusty bread, crackers, or as part of an antipasto platter. What are your go-to easy appetizer recipes for entertaining?