Description
Golden, crispy potatoes and melting feta, roasted together with olive oil and fresh herbs. This easy Mediterranean-inspired side dish is comforting, flavorful, and guaranteed to wow your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 4–5 medium potatoes; Russet or red potatoes can be substituted)
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried; thyme or oregano can be substituted)
- 6 ounces block feta cheese, crumbled or cut into small cubes
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional, for garnish)
- Chopped fresh parsley or dill, for serving (optional)
- Crushed red pepper flakes, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Scrub and cut the potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and chopped rosemary to the potatoes. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Gently fold in the crumbled or cubed feta cheese to distribute throughout the potato mixture.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in a single, even layer. Use two pans if needed to avoid crowding.
- Roast for 35 minutes, then toss the potatoes gently with a spatula. Return to the oven and roast for another 15-20 minutes, until the potatoes are golden and fork-tender and the feta is caramelized around the edges.
- Remove from the oven. If desired, zest lemon over the hot potatoes and sprinkle with chopped parsley or dill and red pepper flakes.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy. Enjoy!
Notes
For crispier potatoes, avoid crowding the pan and ensure potatoes are dry before roasting. Use block feta for best texture; add half the feta in the last 10 minutes for chunkier bites. Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to restore crispiness. Variations include swapping herbs, adding olives or tomatoes, or using sweet potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 390
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 6
Keywords: baked feta potatoes, roast potatoes, Mediterranean side dish, vegetarian, gluten-free, easy potato recipe, feta cheese, crispy potatoes, holiday side, comfort food