1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (top/bottom heat). To ensure the cheese and vegetables cook evenly, it’s important to preheat the oven thoroughly.
2. Carefully place the feta cheese in a small baking dish. Be careful not to break the cheese while placing it in the dish.
3️⃣ Distribute the tomato slices, onion rings, and bell pepper strips evenly around and over the feta cheese. These fresh ingredients provide great flavor and a beautiful presentation.
4️⃣ Add the olives, if desired. These are optional, but they add an extra salty touch and pair well with the other flavors.
5️⃣ Sprinkle the feta cheese and vegetables with oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Make sure to distribute the seasonings evenly for a harmonious flavor.
6️⃣ Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice evenly over the ingredients in the baking dish. The olive oil adds a delicious flavor, while the lemon juice adds freshness.
7️⃣ Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 15 minutes. The foil helps retain moisture and cook the ingredients gently.
8️⃣ After 15 minutes, remove the foil and bake for another 5 minutes, until the cheese turns light golden brown. This gives the cheese a crispy top and enhances the flavors.
9️⃣ Remove the baking dish from the oven and sprinkle the baked feta cheese with fresh parsley. The fresh parsley also provides a beautiful color contrast.
🔟 Serve the dish hot with fresh flatbread or ciabatta. This way, you can enjoy the delicious cheese and vegetables perfectly.
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