Description
Baked Feta Potatoes are a delightful twist on the beloved baked feta pasta trend, transforming crispy roasted potatoes into a rich and flavorful side dish that everyone will adore. The combination of tender, golden potatoes with creamy, tangy feta cheese brings vibrant flavors to any meal. Whether for a cozy family dinner or an exciting gathering, these potatoes promise to impress. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing, they elevate everyday dining into something special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large baking potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp red chili flakes
- 200g block of feta cheese
- 1 head of garlic (top cut off)
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 1 tbsp honey
- 20g fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200C | 390F.
- Wash and cube the potatoes; par-boil in salted water for 6-8 minutes, then drain and let steam dry.
- In a baking dish, combine potatoes with olive oil, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and chili flakes; toss to coat.
- Roast for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Add feta and lemon; roast for an additional 15 minutes.
- Squeeze roasted garlic from its skin; mash with remaining lemon juice and basil.
- Mix into the potatoes gently; drizzle with honey before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 150g
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg