Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic
Indulge in the comforting delight of Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic, a dish that marries crispy, golden potatoes with creamy feta cheese and the irresistible sweetness of roasted garlic. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, combining simplicity with impressive flavor. You’ll find that it’s both easy to prepare and loved by everyone at the table, making it an ideal addition to any meal. Whether served as a side dish or a main event, these roasted potatoes will elevate your dining experience and have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 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 oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cube the washed baking potatoes and toss them with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano.
- Spread seasoned potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place the feta block in the center and add the sliced garlic.
- Drizzle with remaining olive oil and squeeze lemon juice over everything.
- Roast for about 50 minutes until tender and golden brown, stirring halfway through.
- After roasting, drizzle honey over the hot dish and sprinkle fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg