Baked Feta Potatoes
Baked Feta Potatoes are a delightful twist on traditional roasted potatoes, combining crispy textures with creamy feta for a flavorful side dish that’s sure to impress. Inspired by the viral baked feta pasta trend, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a Mediterranean masterpiece. With minimal preparation and cooking time, you can easily whip up these mouthwatering potatoes for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or casual weeknight meals. The combination of herbs, garlic, and the tangy richness of feta creates a dish that is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
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 your oven to 200C | 390F.
- Wash and cube the baking potatoes. Par-boil in boiling water for 6-8 minutes, then drain and steam dry.
- In a baking dish, combine par-boiled potatoes with olive oil and seasonings: thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and red chili flakes.
- Roast in the oven for about 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the feta cheese in the center along with halved lemon pieces and roasted garlic (squeezed out) for additional flavor.
- Return to the oven for another 15 minutes.
- Mix in more lemon juice and fresh basil before drizzling with honey.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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