Description
Baked Feta Potatoes are a delightful twist on a classic side dish, combining crispy roasted potatoes with creamy baked feta and aromatic herbs. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. The combination of fresh basil, zesty lemon, and roasted garlic enhances every bite, making it an irresistible addition to your meal rotation. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, these baked feta potatoes will quickly become a favorite.
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
- 1 block (200g) feta cheese
- 1 head of garlic (top cut off)
- 1 lemon, halved
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200C (390F).
- Wash, cube, and par-boil the potatoes in salted water for 6-8 minutes; drain and let steam dry.
- Place potatoes in a baking dish; season with thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
- Wrap the garlic head in foil with a drizzle of olive oil and place it in the dish with the potatoes.
- Roast for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the feta in the center of the dish and squeeze half a lemon over it; return to oven for another 15 minutes.
- Once cooled slightly, squeeze out roasted garlic into the potatoes and mix with juice from the remaining lemon half and fresh basil.
- Drizzle honey over the top, sprinkle red chili flakes, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg