Low-Carb Feta Cheese Recipes (2024)

Feta Cheese is a food I’ve been passionately in love with for a long time, and here are my favorite Low-Carb Feta Cheese Recipes! And even if you’re not following a low-carb or keto diet, if you like Feta you’ll find amazing recipes with Feta Cheese here that you’ll want to make over and over!

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Today I’m happy to be updating this amazing collection of Low-Carb Feta Cheese Recipes! And if you’re a regular reader of my blog you must have noticed how much I love the creamy tangy flavor of Feta! I do have my favorite Feta Cheese, but truly I don’t think I’ve ever had a brand of Feta that I didn’t like!

In fact, Feta is a product I’ve loved for so long that I first made it one of my Kalyn’s Kitchen Picks many years ago. And of course I’ve been using it in new recipes ever since then, so this post has 36 amazing recipes with Feta Cheese for you to try!

What Feta Cheese Recipes are featured Here?

My blog has a lot of salads with Feta Cheese, so for this post I’m focusing on dinners, lunches, appetizers, side dishes, or breakfast ideas using Feta Cheese. And every one of these favorite recipes is one that I’ve loved and made over and over. If you’re also a big fan of Feta this should be enough recipes to help you to get your Feta Cheese fix on a regular basis, and I hope you enjoy trying some of the recipes!

What is Feta Cheese?

If you’re not familiar with Feta, Wikipedia has a good description of this type of Greek cheese. It’s an essential ingredient in Greek Salad, one of my all-time favorite salads.

Will Feta Cheese Keep in the Fridge?

I personally don’t like to buy the pre-crumbled Feta, because that type doesn’t keep well in the fridge. I buy blocks of Feta at Costco, where Kirkland Organic Feta is my favorite. I have a definite preference for sheep’s milk Feta, but every type of block Feta Cheese I’ve had from Costco has been good.

My favorite method for storing Feta Cheese:

Admittedly, I might not be able to store a big block of Feta if I didn’t have the FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer (affiliate link), which vacuum packs the cheese so it stays good in the fridge for months and months.

Is Feta Cheese Low in Carbs?

Most Feta Cheese has less than one carb per serving, which certainly makes me love it even more! Check your package, some brands may differ, but I’m sure every brand of Feta is going to be very low in carbs.

Feta Cheese Recipes for Dinner:

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This recipe for Roasted Tomatoes and Shrimp with Feta is an absolutely amazing dinner idea any time of year and recipes like this are why I always have frozen shrimp in the freezer!

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Easy Low-Carb Greek Chicken Bake is a recipe that’s been HUGELY popular on the blog, and is you like spicy Greek Peperoncini you will love this for an easy dinner!

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Greek Chicken, Green Beans, and Tomatoes Sheet Pan Mealis a fun red-and-green dish during the holidays, but this is also delicious any time of year! And one pan to clean up, FTW

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Greek Skillet Chicken is a recipe idea that just popped into my head one day, and we loved this when we tested it!

More Feta Cheese Recipes for Dinner:

  • Balsamic Chicken and Mushrooms
  • Greek Chicken Foil Packets
  • Instant Pot Greek Chicken Tacos
  • Artichoke Chicken Bake
  • Greek Chicken with Tomato, Olive, and Feta Topping
  • Mahi Mahi with Mediterranean Salsa and Feta

Feta Cheese Recipes for Lunches and Appetizers:

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These Middle Eastern Tostadas with Hummus and Feta use low-carb tortillas, and if you use a moderate amount of hummus (or use one of the varieties of low-carb hummus linked in the post) these are low in net carbs.

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Baked Greek Meatballs with Fetais a recipe that’s been one of my favorites for years and years, and this can be served as a main dish or an appetizer!

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When you want an impressive appetizer (or just want a treat) these Stuffed Mushrooms with Olives and Feta are something that’s always a winner!

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Greek Dip with Tomatoes and Feta was a hit when I took it to a party, and when we ran out of the low-carb pita bread, people just ate it with a fork!

More Feta Cheese Recipes for Lunches and Appetizers:

  • Greek-Style Zucchini Noodles
  • Greek-Style Roasted Mushrooms
  • Greek Peperoncini Chicken Salad

Feta Cheese Recipes for Side Dishes:

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This recipe for Roasted Zucchini with Mushrooms and Feta made history in my family when my brother-in-law asked for a second serving of vegetables!

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Low-carb and gluten-free Olive Bread is made with almond flour, hemp seeds, eggs, olives, and Feta Cheese, and this is great any time of day!

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This Zucchini Bake with Feta and Thyme is a super-popular recipe I came up with when I had a big surplus of zucchini from the garden, but this recipe can easily be made with zucchini and yellow squash from the store.

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Grilled Eggplant with Feta and Herbs was one of the earliest eggplant recipes I made where I absolutely loved eggplant, and now this is a recipe I’ve been enjoying for many years.

More Feta Cheese Recipes for Side Dishes:

  • Greek Cauliflower Rice Bake
  • Easy Grilled Greek Zucchini
  • Baked Summer Squash with Lemon, Mint, and Feta

Feta Cheese Recipes for Breakfast:

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Feta adds creaminess and tangy flavor to this Broccoli and Three Cheese Keto Breakfast Casserole, and I love that this makes eight servings so there will probably be leftovers.

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Everyone who likes eggs, avocado, and Feta is going to love these Baked Eggs with Avocado and Feta; we loved this when we tested the recipe!

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Feta Cheese and Avocado Frittata is something I’d love any time for an easy low-carb and Keto breakfast!

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This Kale and Feta Breakfast Casserole is one of the simplest breakfast recipes ever, but the combo of kale and Feta is a winner in a tasty low-carb breakfast casserole!

More Feta Cheese Recipes for Breakfast:

  • Flourless Breakfast Muffins with Zucchini and Feta
  • Mushroom and Feta Breakfast Casserole
  • Mushroom Tarts with Feta
  • Bacon, Mushroom, and Feta Crustless Quiche
  • Sausage, Mushrooms, and Feta Baked with Eggs
  • Greek Frittata
  • Vegetable Egg Bake with Peppers, Tomatoes, and Feta
  • Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole with Kale, Red Pepper, and Feta

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FAQs

Is feta cheese OK on a low carb diet? ›

Over all the hundreds of cheeses that are available, the best ones for a keto diet include: cheddar, blue cheese, goat's cheese, feta, halloumi, cream cheese and cottage cheese. Cheese should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

What can you put feta cheese on? ›

One of the easiest and more popular ways to incorporate Feta to a dish is to crumble it. Feta Crumbles are so versatile that you can use them to garnish pasta, watermelon, grapes, nuts, chickpeas, potatoes, salads, pizza, or eggs. It's the perfect tangy touch to elevate any dish.

Can I eat Greek feta on keto? ›

With 7 grams of fat and only 3 grams of carbs, feta can be eaten by those following the keto diet. Feta's crumbly texture makes it easy to sprinkle on top of salads or soups. True feta fanatics often top it with olive oil and eat it as a standalone item or side dish.

How do you balance feta cheese? ›

The addition of water will help balance out some of your feta's saltiness. The Spruce Eats recommends briefly washing your cheese under water to give the feta a mild, palatable taste.

Is feta cheese good for losing belly fat? ›

Weight Management

Feta contains a fatty acid known as conjugated linoleic acid (CLA). Experimental studies have shown that CLA can help reduce body fat. These studies also show that CLA can help improve your body composition in the long term.

What is the lowest carb cheese? ›

Goat cheese is an excellent choice for someone following the keto diet. It contains 0 carbs, making it a great way to hit your macros — 1 ounce (oz) of goat cheese also offers 103 calories, 8 g of fat, and 6 g of protein, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Should you rinse feta cheese? ›

Feta dries out quickly when removed from its brine, so always store feta in the brine it is packed in (we do not recommend buying precrumbled “dry” feta). One final note: It's a good idea to rinse feta packed in brine just before serving to remove excess salt.

What does feta cheese do to your body? ›

When it comes to cheese, feta is a healthy choice. Not only is it packed with protein and fat – both essential nutrients for helping you to feel full and energised – it's also good for your gut. Probiotic yeasts in feta may lower the PH in your stomach, which is key for a healthy gut.

How much feta can I have on keto? ›

Feta Cheese

Carbs per serving: Per ¼ cup of crumbled feta cheese, 1.5 grams of carbs (none of that is fiber, so it's 1.5 grams net). Per ¼ cup, you'll also get 4 grams of protein and 6 grams of fat.

What is the difference between feta and Greek feta? ›

French Feta is made with Lacaune sheep's milk (if you remember, that's the sheep breed used for Roquefort production). It has a softer and creamier texture that Greek Feta and a milder, less tangy flavor (though it's sharper than Israeli Feta).

What is the best cheese for keto? ›

According to nutritionists, the best cheeses to consume on keto are those varieties that are high-quality, full-fat, and grass-fed. Some keto-friendly cheese options include goat cheese, blue cheese, Parmesan cheese, and cream cheese. Processed and low-fat cheeses should be avoided while on keto.

Can you freeze feta cheese? ›

You can freeze feta cheese but once thawed it will become drier and crumblier, so it's best to use it in cooking. To freeze, leave it whole or cut into desired shape and sizes. Place into a freezer bag and expel air. You can leave it in the freezer for up to two months.

What happens when you heat up feta cheese? ›

Cooking: Feta melts well, turning soft, not gooey, and maintains its flavor when heated.

Why is my feta rubbery? ›

A rubbery Feta can be due to a lack of acidification. You may find that leaving your Feta out on the bench for an extra day will help and the rubbery-ness will reduce.

What is the most keto friendly cheese? ›

The best keto cheeses include cheddar, Gouda, goat cheese, and blue cheese, while the worst are cottage cheese and low fat and processed varieties. If you're following the keto diet or know someone who is, be sure to keep these cheeses in mind to promote ketosis and meet dietary goals.

Are there a lot of carbs in feta cheese? ›

Feta is very low in carb content, accounting for less than 1% of your daily value of carbohydrates. This is because it has almost no sugar or fiber. Feta is also low in sugar content, which can be beneficial for people following certain eating plans.

Is hummus good for low-carb diet? ›

Hummus can definitely be part of your keto diet, but just one or two servings can quickly expend a significant portion of your daily carb allotment. If you do eat hummus, you'll want to limit yourself to a small amount — perhaps just 2–4 tablespoons (30–60 grams), which provide 4–8 grams of net carbs.

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