Tomatoesare an excellent source of vitamin C and a good source of vitamin K and potassium.

Theyre also loaded with several different types of antioxidants that support heart, skin and eye health.

Is Feta Healthy?

a recipe photo of the Baked Feta & Olive Dip

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While not one of the healthiest types of cheesepartlydue to its sodium contentfeta can still be enjoyed in moderation.

It offers several nutrients in small amounts and is a good source of vitamin B12.

Tips from the Test Kitchen

Can I Use Dried Herbs Instead of Fresh?

the ingredients to make the Baked Feta & Olive Dip

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Dried herbs are much stronger than fresh, so you will use much less.

The rule of thumb is a 3-to-1 ratio of fresh to dry.

We suggest carefully following the recipe; you could always gradually add more dried herbs to taste after assembling.

a photo of the olive oil being poured over the vegetables and seasonings

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How Should I Store Leftovers?

If you have leftover Baked Feta and Olive Dip, refrigerate it in an airtight container.

It should be good for about five days.

a photo of the olive oil being poured over the vegetables, seasonings, and cheese

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Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil; toss to coat.

Roast until the mixture is sizzling and the tomatoes are beginning to burst, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nestle feta and cream cheese pieces into the mixture; drizzle the cheese pieces with 1 tablespoon oil.

a photo of the cooked ingredients mixed together

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Roast until the tomatoes burst and the cheeses are soft, 10 to 15 minutes.

Stir the mixture until creamy, about 1 minute.

Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil.

Serve with crackers, bread, pita chips and/or crudites, as desired.

you could add it to oatmeal or enjoy it on top of a sweet potato.