Description
This delicious Mediterranean-inspired Baked Feta Potatoes recipe features tender baby potatoes roasted to golden perfection alongside a creamy block of feta cheese. Enhanced with oregano, garlic powder, and a touch of lemon juice, this easy, flavorful dish makes a perfect vegetarian side or main course and is naturally gluten-free.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Seasonings
- 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Vegetables (Optional)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
Cheese and Garnish
- 6 ounces block feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Toss the potatoes: In a large bowl, combine the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly until each piece is evenly coated for maximum flavor.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Spread the seasoned potatoes out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. If using, scatter cherry tomatoes evenly around the potatoes for added sweetness and color.
- Add the feta: Place the block of feta cheese centrally among the potatoes and tomatoes on the baking sheet, allowing it to bake alongside and infuse the dish with creamy richness.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and golden brown and the feta is soft with slightly browned edges.
- Mix and finish: Remove from oven, then gently break up the softened feta with a spoon and mix it lightly into the potatoes. Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the top and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for a bright finish before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, stir in a handful of olives or chopped red onion before baking.
- You can substitute sweet potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes for a different texture or taste.
- Serve as a hearty side dish or enjoy as a vegetarian main course paired with a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
