Description
Baked feta potatoes combine crispy, golden potatoes with creamy, melted feta for an unforgettable dish that elevates any meal. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, bringing friends and family together around the table. With aromatic garlic, fresh herbs, and a hint of lemon zest, each bite delivers a delightful burst of flavor that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold or red potatoes
- 8 oz high-quality feta cheese
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and scrub the potatoes until clean.
- Cut potatoes into uniform wedges and arrange them in a baking dish around a block of feta cheese.
- Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes and feta, then sprinkle minced garlic, herbs, and lemon zest on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until potatoes are tender and golden brown, and feta is soft.
- Toss gently before serving warm with fresh herbs for garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg