Feta cheese

Feta cheese is a brined curd cheese originating from Greece, typically made from sheep's milk or a combination of sheep's and goat's milk. It is known for its crumbly texture and tangy flavor, which can vary depending on the aging process. Feta cheese is often used in Mediterranean cuisine and is a key ingredient in dishes like salads, pastries, and spreads.

In culinary applications, feta cheese complements a variety of ingredients, enhancing salads, roasted vegetables, and grain bowls. It can be crumbled over dishes for added flavor or used in cooking, making it versatile for both cold and warm recipes. Understanding how to cook feta cheese can elevate meals; it can be grilled, baked, or incorporated into sauces.

Feta cheese nutrition is notable, as it contains calcium, protein, and several vitamins while being lower in fat than many other cheeses. It is relatively high in sodium due to the brining process, which is a consideration for those monitoring their salt intake.

When storing feta cheese, it is best kept in its brine to maintain freshness and flavor. If the cheese is removed from the brine, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. There are various types of feta cheese, including traditional Greek feta and Bulgarian feta, each with unique taste profiles shaped by different milk sources and production practices.

Feta cheese nutrition per 100g

Energy
Calories 260kcal 13%
Protein
Protein 14g 9%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 3.88g 1%
Fiber 0.00g 0%
Sugar 0.00g 0%
Fat
Fat 22g 25%
Saturated 13g 44%
Cholesterol 90mg -
Vitamins
Vitamin A 120ug 14%
Choline 16mg 3%
Vitamin B1 0.15mg 13%
Vitamin B2 0.84mg 65%
Vitamin B3 0.99mg 6%
Vitamin B6 0.42mg 25%
Vitamin B9 33ug 8%
Vitamin B12 1.69ug 70%
Vitamin C 0.00mg 0%
Vitamin E 0.18mg 1%
Vitamin K 1.80ug 2%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 490mg 38%
Copper, Cu 0.03mg 4%
Iron, Fe 0.65mg 6%
Magnesium, Mg 20mg 5%
Phosphorus, P 340mg 27%
Potassium, K 60mg 2%
Selenium, Se 16ug 27%
Sodium, Na 1140mg 76%
Zinc, Zn 2.88mg 26%
Water
Water 54g -
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Feta cheese recipes

Cranberry feta pinwheel appetizers

Easy cranberry feta pinwheel appetizers for any occasion.

20 Dec 2025

Barbecued capsicum and tomato salad with fetta and basil

A vibrant salad with grilled capsicum, tomatoes, feta, and basil.

19 Nov 2025

Mediterranean greek salad pita sandwiches

Enjoy refreshing Mediterranean Greek Salad in pita sandwiches.

03 Feb 2026

Feta and oregano muffins

Savory feta and oregano muffins, perfect for any time of day.

02 Dec 2025

Eggplant and sweet potato patties

Crispy eggplant and sweet potato patties with feta and herbs.

17 Jan 2026

Pistachio, apricot & feta balls

Delicious baked balls with pistachios, apricots, and feta.

25 Jan 2026

Fish saganaki with garlic toasts

Delicious fish saganaki with spicy tomato sauce and garlic toasts.

29 Nov 2025

Cauliflower pizza with chilli chicken and feta

Healthy cauliflower pizza with spicy chicken and feta.

05 Jan 2026

Shrimp, pea and barley risotto

A creamy shrimp, pea, and barley risotto with lemon-minted feta.

26 Jan 2026

Marinated feta

Easy marinated feta in olive oil and herbs for a flavorful appetizer.

31 Jan 2026

Balsamic and orange roast chicken

A flavorful Balsamic and Orange Roast Chicken with arugula salad.

17 Feb 2026

Feta, vegetable and rice bake

A hearty Feta, vegetable and rice bake that's easy to make.

11 Feb 2026

Greek salad

A refreshing Greek salad with fresh veggies and feta cheese.

17 Feb 2026

Roast pumpkin salad

Enjoy a nutritious Roast Pumpkin Salad with creamy avocado and crunchy almonds.

04 Jan 2026

Skillet pasta with sun dried tomatoes, walnuts and feta

A quick skillet pasta with sun-dried tomatoes, walnuts, and feta.

17 Feb 2026

Greek salad with feta cheese and olives

A refreshing Greek salad with feta, olives, and yogurt dressing.

18 Feb 2026

Eggplant and tomato medley bake

A vibrant eggplant and tomato bake with feta and basil.

15 Jan 2026

Eggplant, herb and fetta patties

Savory eggplant and feta patties, perfect for any meal.

27 Feb 2026

Spinach scramble with feta and basil

Quick and healthy spinach scramble with feta and basil.

22 Dec 2025

Feta and mint dip

A refreshing feta and mint dip for snacks or appetizers.

18 Jan 2026

Feta-stuffed portobello mushrooms with salt and pepper

Baked feta-stuffed portobello mushrooms, simple and delicious.

13 Dec 2025

Couscous salad with feta, chickpeas and herbs

Enjoy this refreshing couscous salad with feta, chickpeas, and herbs.

09 Dec 2025

Fresh quinoa tabbouleh with feta and herbs

A refreshing quinoa tabbouleh salad with feta and herbs.

21 Mar 2026

Chickpea, avocado and feta salad

A refreshing Chickpea, Avocado, and Feta Salad that's quick to prepare.

15 Nov 2025

Mediterranean greek salad with feta cheese

A fresh Mediterranean Greek salad with feta cheese and olives.

11 Jan 2026

Broccoli, feta and dill omelet with rye toast

Enjoy a nutritious broccoli and feta omelet with rye toast.

08 Jan 2026

Zucchini and sweet potato zoodle bake

A healthy zoodle bake with sweet potatoes, zucchini, and cheese.

12 Dec 2025

Chargrilled eggplant, olive and feta salad

A refreshing chargrilled eggplant, olive, and feta salad.

16 Jan 2026

Feta scrambled eggs

Creamy feta scrambled eggs, perfect for breakfast or brunch.

22 Nov 2025

Avocado toast with feta & pomegranate

Enjoy creamy avocado toast topped with feta and pomegranate seeds.

18 Dec 2025

Feta, tomato and fresh mint fritters

Delicious feta, tomato, and mint fritters, great for snacks!

19 Dec 2025

Cheesy zucchini fritters with pumpkin and buttermilk mash

Delicious zucchini fritters with creamy pumpkin mash.

04 Feb 2026

Broad bean, mint and feta dip

A refreshing broad bean, mint, and feta dip perfect for snacks.

01 Dec 2025

Spaghetti with tomato, basil and rocket

Enjoy a light and flavorful spaghetti with tomato, basil, and rocket.

13 Feb 2026

Roasted pumpkin, rocket and fetta frittata

A nutritious roasted pumpkin and feta frittata, perfect for any meal.

11 Nov 2025

Spinach and feta turkey burgers

Enjoy healthy Spinach and Feta Turkey Burgers with a flavorful twist.

10 Feb 2026

Spinach strawberry salad with walnuts

A vibrant spinach salad with strawberries, walnuts, and feta.

05 Feb 2026

Individual baked pumpkin, feta and leek risottos

Individual baked risottos with pumpkin, feta, and leeks.

25 Jan 2026

Baked pumpkin risotto

Creamy baked pumpkin risotto with spinach and cheese.

23 Jan 2026

Beetroot salad with pomegranate and pistacio

Vibrant beetroot salad with pomegranate and pistachio.

05 Jan 2026