PrintSimple Herb Marinated Cheese Cubes for Easy Entertaining
Create flavorful, make-ahead marinated cheese cubes using simple ingredients. This easy cheese appetizer is perfect for parties and grazing boards.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 12 hr 15 min (includes marinating time)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound mixed firm cheese (Monterey Jack, Cheddar, or Feta), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
Instructions
- Cut your chosen cheese into uniform 1-inch cubes. Place the cheese cubes into a clean, airtight container or jar.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, sliced garlic, rosemary sprigs, thyme sprigs, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, and black peppercorns. Stir the mixture gently.
- Pour the seasoned oil mixture over the cheese cubes, ensuring all pieces are submerged. If needed, add a little more olive oil to cover the cheese completely.
- Seal the container tightly. Refrigerate the cheese for at least 12 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the cheese.
- Before serving, let the container sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Serve the marinated cheese cubes directly from the container or arrange them on a platter with toothpicks.
Notes
- You can substitute the herbs with your favorites, such as fresh basil or sage.
- This recipe works well as an alternative to complex dips and is a great addition to your meal planning for gatherings.
- For a different flavor profile, try adding 1/4 cup of pitted green olives to the marinade.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 32
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 20
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 16
- Cholesterol: 50