Description
Baked Feta Potatoes are a sensational side dish that elevates any meal with their creamy, cheesy goodness. Inspired by the viral baked feta pasta trend, this recipe features crispy roasted potatoes generously topped with rich, melted feta cheese and infused with aromatic herbs. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, these potatoes are not only easy to make but also packed with flavor, making them a crowd-pleaser. Serve them alongside grilled meats or fresh salads, or enjoy them on their own for a satisfying vegetarian option. With minimal preparation and straightforward steps, you’ll impress your guests in no time!
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 chilli flakes
- 200g block of feta cheese
- 1 head of garlic (top cut off)
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup | 20g fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200C | 390F.
- Wash, cube, and par-boil the potatoes for 6-8 minutes until slightly tender; drain and let steam dry.
- In a baking dish, toss potatoes with olive oil, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Roast for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the feta and squeeze half a lemon over it; roast for an additional 15 minutes.
- Stir in roasted garlic (mashed), juice from the remaining lemon half, and fresh basil.
- Drizzle with honey before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg