Feta Cheese

Also listed as Feta Crumbles and Block Feta.

Dairy & Eggs

This is what the ingredient is.

Feta Cheese is a brined crumbly cheese sold in blocks or crumbles. Labels may say feta cheese.

Here is why it shows up on the label.

It is crumbled over salads, wraps, and roasted vegetables.

Here is what food agencies say.

FDA cheese standards and labeling apply.

Here is what research has found.

Soft cheeses have appeared in Listeria-related recalls.

Here are a few things worth knowing.

Keep brined feta refrigerated after opening.

Sources

  • FDA Food Labeling
  • USDA FSIS
  • FDA Recalls

How to read this page

We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.

v1.0Updated 9/22/2026