Description
Mediterranean magic unfolds with baked-feta potatoes, blending tangy cheese and golden-crisp potato wedges. Greek-inspired comfort arrives with herby, zesty flavors that invite lingering at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 block (200g) feta cheese
- 4 medium potatoes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Seasonings:
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Garnish:
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare a large baking dish by lightly coating it with olive oil.
- Wash and cut potatoes into roughly 1-inch chunks, ensuring uniform size for even roasting.
- Mince garlic and zest the lemon, combining these with olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Add potato chunks to the seasoning mixture, tossing thoroughly to coat each piece with the aromatic blend.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer across the prepared baking dish, creating space for the feta block.
- Place the entire feta cheese block in the center of the potato arrangement, positioning it strategically.
- Drizzle remaining olive oil over the feta and potatoes, ensuring a glistening surface.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until potatoes turn golden brown and crispy at the edges.
- Remove from oven and immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice over the entire dish.
- Finely chop fresh parsley and dill, sprinkling the herbs generously across the hot potatoes and feta.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and cheese to slightly cool.
- Serve directly from the baking dish, encouraging diners to break into the soft, melted feta and crispy potatoes.
Notes
- Potato Selection Matters: Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for the best crispy exterior and creamy interior.
- Uniform Cutting Technique: Cut potatoes into equal-sized chunks to ensure consistent roasting and prevent uneven cooking.
- Flavor Boosting Hack: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix for a subtle kick of heat that complements the tangy feta.
- Diet-Friendly Modifications: Swap feta with dairy-free alternatives like vegan cheese blocks or nutritional yeast for plant-based diets, maintaining the dish’s creamy texture and flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg