Feta
Feta is a cheese ingredient used for flavor, richness, and texture. Grate, crumble, or slice it to suit the dish, and use gentle heat when melting matters.
Identity
Cheese
Cut or grate it for even melting and serving.
Cheese behaves differently by moisture and age. Grate, crumble, or slice it to match the dish, and use gentle heat when you want it to melt without turning greasy.
Reference image
Feta reference image.
Source: Wikimedia Commons
Used In Recipes
Substitutions
Feta -> Cotija Cheese
2 ounces (60g) feta or Cotija cheese, finely crumbled
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Feta -> Finely Crumbled
2 ounces (60g) feta or Cotija cheese, finely crumbled
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Feta -> Goat Cheese
1/2 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (about 2 ounces)
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Arugula and Wild Rice Salad with Zippy Lemon Dressing