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Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell
Used often in Mediterranean dishes, feta cheese jolts recipes with salty, tangy flavor. Whether crumbled on top as a finishing touch, or melted into the mix, the cheese is super versatile, good for more than just tossing into salads. (Although we love a good feta salad, too.). It pairs well with fruit, like watermelon or peaches, but is equally as delicious with crunchy cucumbers or hearty collard greens. From side dishes to mains, there are so many ways to put feta to good use.
Stuffed Pattypan Squash with Beef and Feta
![Stuffed Pattypan Squash with Beef and Feta](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/SGPHOVlhCpM-QQObnONq7phhtqM=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/stuffed_pattypan_squash_with_beef_and_feta_2487301_013_1-2000-1612ae2840cc469a8c283626a1d607ed.jpg)
If you love stuffed peppers, try these stuffed pattypan squash instead. Filled with beef, rice, and spinach, plus crumbled feta cheese, it's a fresh take on a suppertime staple.
Grilled Peach- and- Arugula Salad with Feta
![Grilled Peach-and-Arugula Salad with Feta](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/g64Br8QJANLbrjf3ZAbdm_wQCQg=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/bbq-sides-2493901_webon_023_0-1-e6f2dc1667e041bbaeed8b33bf345f68.jpg)
Peppery arugula and sweet summer peaches are only enhanced by a sprinkle of salty feta cheese in this easy salad.
Watermelon, Cucumber, and Feta Salad
![Watermelon, Cucumber, and Feta Salad](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/2Jyv9PKb1k3X3Mus2y5vzNhSY64=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2549001_summe_207_0_0_1_0_0_0-2000-cac785212c2c40a0947185075f9511b9.jpg)
Watermelon salads are on repeat all summer long, and if you're looking for a fresh take on the formula, try this recipe with large cubes of feta, thinly sliced shallot, and torn mint.
Summer Orzo Salad
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Orzo is a great base for pasta salads, especially when dressed up with tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese crumbles.
Sun- Dried Tomato Pasta Salad
![Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/5LFl4MuxnBlkJ1qtLhgDrV-Aqmw=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/SunDried-Tomato-Pasta-Salad-2000-5a77d0da328a40388f0642f3d9300193.jpg)
We love fresh tomatoes as much as the rest of the South, but sun-dried tomatoes have a special place in our heart, too. With a concentrated sweet and savory tomato flavor, we love how they add depth to this pasta salad.
Herbed Chicken-and-Rice Salad
![Herbed Chicken-and-Rice Salad](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/IdY3ETwsE8ChSG9nIZ6SZUVEz8I=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2681901_Salad_Chicken_and_rice_Salad_121-2000-4c80f55c508942b8a041a7b597a7822b.jpg)
Celery, cucumbers, and feta add layers of texture and flavor to this simple salad made with rotisserie chicken.
Greek Meatballs with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce and Rice
![Greek Meatballs with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce and Rice](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/OxXQDADd-v1KOFFxp3AMGjN0HSE=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/dinners-2504601_month_16885_0-1-11ae669da07848b8b19a15a69b963c3f.jpg)
Feta isn't used just as a garnish in this recipe. No, it's folded directly into the meatball mixture for pockets of salty cheese throughout.
Spring Salad with Berries and Bacon
![Spring Salad with Berries and Bacon](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/2OCNCqbby5w7Aidv1kAU-DzDDDI=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2646101_HospStrawberries0017-3-2000-a791e6b104ad4c14845fe8d0bb7ef458.jpg)
Feta and fruit work beautifully together in salads, and strawberries are no exception. Transform this strawberry and feta side salad into a hearty weeknight main by adding cooked whole grains and grilled chicken.
Watermelon Feta Salad with Fried Peanuts
![Southern Living Watermelon, Mint, Feta, And Fried Peanut Salad in a bowl to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/k6-HsHsZ6eTj72vIggorZdAyWCw=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/27743_EdLee_179-ee61514eb7c6410b9d396cbaf3bc317e.jpg)
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell
Chef Ed Lee spikes this knockout salad with a little bourbon for a fun twist.
Corn Salad With Sumac And Feta
![Southern Living Corn Salad with Sumac and Feta in a bowl ready to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/rBNK5aydZu6HxylEeb6xCVdV3YU=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/27541_A_to_Z_033-2-e3d48d3f1f71438b9caa6c7c3d778f29.jpg)
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Corn is the South's summer MVP. For your best barbecue side, consider this simple dish that comes to life with sumac and feta.
Tangy Raspberry Salad
![Tangy Raspberry Salad](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/SC_1I3iSBfjS2zry-AuQA4g0aDk=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2682201_Bount_0016_silo-2000-9d68ee29d0fb4452b1da11bddb0f77d3.jpg)
Tart raspberries are a nice pairing with salty-tangy feta cheese.
Tomato, Peach, and Corn Salad
![Tomato, Peach, and Corn Salad Recipe](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/36WKpQR_ZoSWG16usb3QRdcMO4s=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/tomato_peach_and_corn_salad_2499901_06_0-2000-a8ee906612c04b258a7b2c038434cbc3-9e4dc83d7d0b406aba9f15d3ff4300d5.jpg)
GREG DUPREE; PROP STYLING: KAY E. CLARKE; FOOD STYLING: CAT STEELE
Summer's bumper crops rise to the top with a little help from the salty kick of crumbled feta cheese.
Sheet Pan Greek Chicken
![Sheet Pan Greek Chicken with Roasted Potatoes](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/JT9sgDxscCDXFuoCnZ3nV1le89E=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2570301_oadsh_003_1_0_0-2000-96f0220b39464460be12057b7a1eab4d-2-3a491e8ef58c4d03928d2d28f947db74.jpg)
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Tina Stamos
Sheet pan dinners are a lifesaver on busy weeknights, and this Greek-inspired meal is a winner.
Greek Salad Deviled Eggs
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Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Matthew Gleason
Take your deviled egg game to the next level with this fresh and fun twist topped with feta cheese.
Greek Salad With Baked Feta
![Southern Living Greek Salad with Baked Feta in a bowl to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/8M7xjBXyPtC8dkf8JWMSRo4fbZo=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Greek-Salad-With-Baked-Feta-Batch59-Beauty-03-8a9f6350bdb04f2f848741fd87bf029a.jpg)
Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
You just thought you liked Greek salad. Try this easy version with baked feta and you may never go back!