Description
Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic is the perfect side dish for any occasion. Imagine perfectly crispy potato cubes roasted to golden perfection, paired with creamy, melting feta cheese and sweet, caramelized garlic. The addition of a drizzle of honey elevates this dish to new heights, making it a favorite at family dinners or gatherings with friends. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this recipe combines simplicity and comfort in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2 large baking potatoes (washed and cubed)
- 7 oz (200 g) block of feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1 head of garlic (top sliced off)
- 1 lemon (quartered)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Dried thyme
- Dried oregano
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cubed potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Place the block of feta in the center and drizzle with remaining olive oil.
- Surround with the sliced garlic and squeeze lemon juice over everything. Add lemon quarters to the baking sheet.
- Cover loosely with aluminum foil and roast for about 30 minutes. Remove foil and continue roasting for an additional 20 minutes until potatoes are golden.
- Drizzle honey over the hot dish and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg