Grilled Vegan Feta with Blood Orange, Red Pepper and Mint Salsa

Details

• Author: CuisineSavvy
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Course: Appetizer
• Servings: 4
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Diet: Vegan
• Categories:#Grilled#Vegan#Mediterranean#Healthy#Gluten-Free

Nutritional Values

This dish is a healthy vegan alternative to traditional grilled feta, featuring a vibrant salsa rich in vitamins and antioxidants from the blood orange, red pepper, and mint. The use of vegan feta reduces saturated fat, and the whole spices add a depth of flavor without extra salt.

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calories	200 kcal	--
Total Fat	18 g	23%
Saturated Fat	3 g	15%
Sodium	400 mg	17%
Dietary Fiber	2 g	7%
Total Sugars	3 g	--
Protein	6 g	12%

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Grilled Vegan Feta with Blood Orange, Red Pepper and Mint Salsa

A vibrant and flavorful grilled vegan feta dish topped with a refreshing blood orange, red pepper, and mint salsa. Perfect for a light meal or appetizer, this dish combines smoky, tangy, and fresh flavors with a healthy twist.

Ingredients
[ ] For the salsa:
[ ] 1 blood orange, skin, seeds, and membrane removed, cut in 1/4" pieces
[ ] 1 small sweet red pepper, stemmed and seeded, finely diced
[ ] 1 small red onion, finely diced
[ ] 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
[ ] 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
[ ] 1/2 teaspoon salt
[ ] 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
[ ] For the grilled vegan feta:
[ ] 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
[ ] 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
[ ] 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
[ ] 1/2 pound block of vegan feta cheese
[ ] 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
[ ] Fresh whole mint leaves for garnish

Instructions
[ ] 1. Prepare the salsa by combining blood orange pieces, red pepper, red onion, chopped mint leaves, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
[ ] 2. Toast the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and black peppercorns in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Crush the spices using a mortar and pestle.
[ ] 3. Coat the vegan feta block with olive oil and sprinkle the crushed spices evenly over it.
[ ] 4. Place the feta on a grill pan or in a grill-safe dish. Grill for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are slightly charred and the feta is warmed through.
[ ] 5. Serve the grilled vegan feta topped with the blood orange, red pepper, and mint salsa. Garnish with fresh mint leaves. Enjoy with a side of fresh salad or crusty bread.

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