Description
Baked Feta Potatoes are a crispy, creamy, and tangy side dish that takes everything you love about roasted potatoes and combines it with warm feta cheese, aromatic herbs, and a drizzle of honey. Inspired by the viral feta pasta trend, this dish is perfect for any occasion and brings bold Mediterranean flavors to your table.
Ingredients
- 2 large baking potatoes, cubed
- 1 (200g) block feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red chili flakes
- 1 head garlic, top sliced off
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ cup (20g) fresh basil, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F). - Par-Boil the Potatoes:
Par-boil cubed potatoes in salted water for 6–8 minutes. Drain and let steam dry for 2–3 minutes. - Roast the Potatoes:
In a baking dish, toss the potatoes with olive oil, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Roast for 30–40 minutes, until golden and crispy. - Add Feta and Garlic:
Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the dish, turning it to coat with seasoning. Squeeze over half of the lemon and add the head of garlic to the dish. Return the dish to the oven and roast for another 15 minutes. - Mash the Garlic and Combine:
Once the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze out the cloves and mash them. Mix the mashed garlic and remaining lemon juice into the potatoes. - Finish the Dish:
Gently stir in the baked feta and shredded basil. Drizzle with honey and top with extra basil to serve.
Notes
- Variations:
- Add roasted cherry tomatoes or olives for a Mediterranean twist.
- Swap fresh basil for parsley or dill.
- Use sweet potatoes for a slightly sweeter base.
- Crumble extra feta on top before serving for more cheese flavor.
- Include chopped red onion or scallions for extra zing.
- Storage & Reheating:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven at 375°F until warmed through and slightly crispy. Avoid microwaving to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Mediterranean
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
