Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic
Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth to any table. This dish features crispy, golden potatoes paired with creamy feta cheese and aromatic garlic, creating a delightful medley of flavors. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, it’s simple to prepare and sure to impress guests of all ages. With a touch of honey for sweetness and fresh basil for garnish, this dish stands out as both a side and a star of the meal. Get ready to savor every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2 large baking potatoes (washed and cubed)
- 7 oz (200 g) block of feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 head of garlic (top sliced off)
- 1 lemon (quartered)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ¼ cup (20 g) fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and cube the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Toss cubed potatoes in a large bowl with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper until well-coated.
- Spread potatoes evenly on a baking sheet, placing the feta cheese in the center and surrounding it with the potatoes. Add the sliced garlic head and lemon wedges nearby.
- Drizzle everything with the remaining olive oil before roasting for about 50 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Once done, drizzle honey over warm potatoes and feta; garnish with chopped basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of dish (about 185g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg