Description
Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic delivers Mediterranean magic on a plate. Crispy golden potatoes nestled with creamy feta create a simple yet irresistible dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 2 lbs (907 grams) baby potatoes
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Cheese and Garlic:
- 1 block (8 ounces/226 grams) feta cheese
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or oregano
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or basil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare for roasting by heating the oven to a blazing 425F (220C), ensuring a crisp and golden outcome for the potatoes.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly coat the potato chunks with a harmonious blend of olive oil, seasonings including salt, pepper, smoked paprika, oregano, and garlic powder, creating a flavor-packed foundation.
- Distribute the seasoned potatoes across a lined baking sheet, arranging them in a single layer to promote even caramelization and crispiness.
- Roast the potatoes for 25-30 minutes, rotating midway through the cooking process to guarantee uniform browning and a perfectly crisp exterior.
- Simultaneously, transform the feta by placing the entire block in a compact baking dish, preparing it for a complementary roasting experience.
- Embellish the feta with a delicate olive oil drizzle, then sprinkle red pepper flakes, minced garlic, and fragrant thyme to elevate its natural flavors.
- Introduce the feta to the oven during the potatoes’ final 12-15 minutes, allowing it to soften and develop a gentle golden hue.
- Once cooking is complete, extract both the potatoes and feta from the oven, creating a tantalizing aroma.
- Crumble the warm, melted feta generously over the roasted potatoes, creating a creamy and textural topping.
- Finish the dish with a scattering of fresh parsley and a vibrant lemon juice squeeze to brighten the flavors.
- Serve immediately, presenting a harmonious blend of crispy potatoes and creamy, herb-infused feta.
Notes
- Perfectly crisp potatoes require spacing them out on the baking sheet to ensure they roast instead of steam.
- Experiment with different herb combinations like rosemary or za’atar for unique flavor profiles that complement the feta.
- Use a high-quality block of feta for the best melting texture and richest taste when baking.
- Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing red pepper flakes to suit individual heat preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg