Baked Feta Potatoes
Baked Feta Potatoes are a deliciously creamy and crispy side dish that elevates any meal. Combining golden roasted potatoes with rich feta cheese, aromatic herbs, and roasted garlic, this recipe is a delightful twist on traditional potato dishes. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners, these potatoes offer a burst of flavor with every bite. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, they make an excellent accompaniment to grilled chicken or lamb, ensuring they will be the star of your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large baking potatoes
- 200g feta cheese
- 1 head of garlic
- 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
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup | 20g fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200C | 390F.
- Wash and cube the potatoes. Par-boil them in salted water for 6-8 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and let them steam dry.
- Place the par-boiled potatoes in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, season with thyme, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Toss gently to coat.
- Roast the potatoes for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Add feta cheese to the center of the dish along with the cut head of garlic and squeezed lemon juice; roast for an additional 15 minutes.
- After roasting, mash the garlic and mix it with the potatoes along with fresh basil leaves.
- Drizzle honey over the dish before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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