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Baked Feta Potatoes

Baked Feta Potatoes: Creamy and Crispy Summer Delight

Baked Feta Potatoes are a delightful side dish combining crispy roasted potatoes with creamy baked feta, fresh basil, and tangy lemon, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 large Baking Potatoes Keep the skin on for added nutrients and flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Helps achieve crispy texture.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme Gives a delightful Mediterranean essence.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Gives a delightful Mediterranean essence.
  • 0.5 tsp Red Chilli Flakes Optional for milder palettes.
For the Creamy Topping
  • 200 g Feta Cheese Main ingredient for creaminess.
  • 1 head Garlic Top cut off before roasting.
  • 1 whole Lemon Halved for squeezing juice.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Optional sweetness.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Basil Chopped for garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Pot
  • Foil
  • Bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
  2. Wash and cube the baking potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and par-boil the potatoes for 6–10 minutes, then drain and dry.
  4. In a baking dish, combine potatoes with olive oil, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Wrap the garlic in foil, drizzle with olive oil, and add to the baking dish.
  6. Roast the potatoes and garlic for 30–40 minutes, stirring halfway.
  7. Once golden brown, create space for feta, squeeze lemon over, and roast for an additional 15 minutes.
  8. Unwrap roasted garlic, mash with remaining lemon juice and chopped basil.
  9. Mix garlic mixture with potatoes after feta has melted.
  10. Drizzle with honey and garnish with fresh basil and optional chili flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure potatoes are dried well for extra crispiness. Adjust roasting time if necessary.

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