Description
Baked Feta Potatoes are a delightful and flavorful side dish that effortlessly combines crispy roasted potatoes with creamy feta cheese. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family dinner or a summer barbecue. The rich flavors and vibrant presentation are sure to impress your guests while being simple enough for novice cooks. With wholesome ingredients and minimal prep time, these baked feta potatoes can elevate any meal to new heights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large baking potatoes
- 200g block of feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 head of garlic
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 1 tbsp honey
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200C (390F).
- Wash and cube the potatoes; par-boil in salted water for 6-8 minutes. Drain and let steam dry.
- In a baking dish, toss the par-boiled potatoes with olive oil, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for about 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the feta and squeezed lemon juice to the center of the dish.
- Roast for an additional 15 minutes; mash the roasted garlic into a paste.
- Stir in the garlic paste, remaining lemon juice, and fresh basil before drizzling with honey.
- Serve warm as a delicious side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 319
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg