Pickled Feta And Cerignola Olives With Strawberries

Name: Pickled Feta And Cerignola Olives With Strawberries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups Champagne vinegar or white balsamic vinegar; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons coriander seeds; 2 tablespoons mustard seeds; 1 medium shallot, sliced; 4 whole garlic cloves; 4 sprigs cilantro; 2 pounds feta, diced or crumbled (roughly 6 1/2 cups); 1 pound Cerignola olives (red, green, or black), pitted and cut in half; 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and cut in quarters; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; 12 ounces baby spinach; Salt and white pepper

Servings: persons

3 cups Champagne vinegar or white balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons coriander seeds
2 tablespoons mustard seeds
1 medium shallot, sliced
4 whole garlic cloves
4 sprigs cilantro
2 pounds feta, diced or crumbled (roughly 6 1/2 cups)
1 pound Cerignola olives (red, green, or black), pitted and cut in half
1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and cut in quarters
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
12 ounces baby spinach
Salt and white pepper

1
To prepare the pickle, combine the vinegar, 3 cups of water, sugar, coriander seeds, mustard seeds, shallot, garlic, and cilantro in a small saucepan. Bring the pickling liquid to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce to a simmer, and allow the contents to cook for 5 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool completely.
2
Place the feta in a large mixing bowl or divide it between two 1-quart jars, and pour the cool pickling solution over the cheese. Make sure all of the feta is completely submerged. (If you use quart jars, you will have a little bit of extra brine left over, which you can use for a salad dressing.) Cover the feta and refrigerate it for at least five days.
3
To prepare the salad, remove the pickled feta from the liquid and drain it on paper towels. In a salad bowl, toss together the olives, strawberries, olive oil, chopped cilantro, and spinach. Stir in the feta, then season with salt and pepper, if desired.

1075

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups Champagne vinegar or white balsamic vinegar, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons coriander seeds, 2 tablespoons mustard seeds, and more.

Yes, Pickled Feta And Cerignola Olives With Strawberries falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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