Baked Feta Potatoes with Lemon: Easy & Flavorful Comfort Food
A delightful and simple dish that combines the creaminess of baked feta with tender potatoes, all brightened up with a hint of lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 1 block feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 lemons, juiced and zested
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and chop the baby potatoes in half and place them in a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the potatoes, tossing to coat.
- Place the feta block in the center of the potatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the feta is golden.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add chopped fresh herbs.
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or a simple salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg