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Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic

Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic: A Cozy Delight

Delight in Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic, a cozy side dish featuring crispy potatoes, creamy feta, and sweet roasted garlic.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta Ingredients
  • 4 large baking potatoes washed and cubed
  • 200 g feta cheese can substitute with goat cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme use fresh for enhanced flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano fresh oregano can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjustable based on dietary needs
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper can replace with white pepper
  • 1 head garlic top sliced off
  • 1 whole lemon quartered
  • 1 tablespoon honey maple syrup can be used for vegan option
  • ¼ cup fresh basil chopped, can substitute with parsley or cilantro

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic
  1. Preheat the oven to 390°F (200°C) and cube the baking potatoes into uniform pieces.
  2. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the potatoes and season with thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Nestle feta cheese in the center of the potatoes, add sliced garlic, and place lemon wedges around.
  4. Bake in the oven for 45-55 minutes until potatoes are golden.
  5. Mash the softened garlic and mix it with the baked potatoes and fresh basil.
  6. Drizzle honey on top and garnish with additional fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 9gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra crispiness, soak cubed potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before roasting. Monitor the garlic closely while baking to prevent bitterness.

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