Description
Baked Feta Potatoes with Lemon is a delicious and zesty dish that combines the creaminess of feta cheese with the bright flavor of lemon, all baked to perfection with tender potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 8 ounces feta cheese
- 2 lemons, zested and juiced
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and halve the baby potatoes, then place them in a large baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the potatoes and toss to coat evenly.
- Place the feta cheese block in the center of the potatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the olive oil mixture.
- Feel free to substitute the feta with goat cheese for a different flavor.
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Baked Feta Potatoes, Lemon Potatoes, Mediterranean Side Dish