Description
Quick smashed Greek potatoes with feta and rosemary are a deliciously simple side dish that brings vibrant Mediterranean flavors to your table. These tender, smashed potatoes are infused with creamy feta, aromatic rosemary, and zesty lemon, making them perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. With minimal effort and a short cooking time, you can impress your family and friends with this flavorful dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, fresh salads, or on its own as a light main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–12 medium roasting potatoes
- 200 g crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp capers or sliced black olives
- 2 cloves of garlic, sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh rosemary sprig
- 1 lemon, cut into quarters
- Olive oil for drizzling
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200C (400F) and drizzle a large skillet or roasting tray with olive oil.
- Rinse the potatoes and pierce them with a knife.
- Microwave the pierced potatoes in a covered bowl for 7-12 minutes until tender.
- Smash each potato gently in the skillet.
- Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and add garlic, rosemary, and lemon wedges.
- Roast for about 10 minutes until golden.
- Add feta cheese, onion, and capers; return to the oven for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with a squeeze of roasted lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg