Description
Baked Feta Potatoes are a delicious and easy Mediterranean side dish featuring tender roasted baby potatoes tossed with garlic and oregano, baked to golden perfection, then topped with creamy crumbled feta and fresh parsley. Perfectly seasoned and finished with optional lemon wedges, this recipe offers a savory, tangy flavor that’s both comforting and elegant.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1 ½ pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- Optional lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the potatoes evenly and to ensure they bake to a nice golden brown.
- Toss Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until they are well coated, ensuring flavorful seasoning on every piece.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned potatoes out in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote even cooking.
- Bake Potatoes: Bake the potatoes for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until they become golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Add Feta: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the hot potatoes, allowing the cheese to melt slightly.
- Return to Oven: Place the baking sheet back into the oven for 5 more minutes to soften the feta cheese without fully melting it, adding creamy texture to the potatoes.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top for a burst of color and freshness, and serve warm with optional lemon wedges to add a bright, citrusy flavor.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for heat or drizzle with a bit of honey before serving for a touch of sweetness.
- You can substitute baby potatoes with Yukon gold or red potatoes if unavailable.
