Description
These Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic are a delicious Mediterranean-inspired dish perfect as a flavorful side or a satisfying vegetarian main. Tender baby potatoes are roasted to golden perfection alongside a block of creamy feta cheese, resulting in a dish bursting with savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 2 pounds baby potatoes (halved)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
Additional:
- 6 ounces block feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Prepare Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, and minced garlic until coated.
- Roast: Spread the potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place the feta cheese in the center. Roast for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and tender.
- Finish: Drizzle with lemon juice, gently stir to mix with the melted feta. Sprinkle with parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add cherry tomatoes for the last 15 minutes of roasting.
- Pair with grilled meats or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
