Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta, Garlic, and Basil Recipe
This flavorful recipe features crispy roasted potatoes paired with creamy baked feta and aromatic garlic. Enhanced with herbs like thyme, oregano, and fresh basil, along with a hint of lemon and a drizzle of honey, it makes a perfectly balanced side dish or light vegetarian meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 3-4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1–2 large baking potatoes, washed and cubed
Cheese & Dairy
- 7 oz (200 g) block of feta cheese
Oils & Sweeteners
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 tablespoon honey
Herbs & Spices
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup (20 g) fresh basil, chopped
Other
- 1 head of garlic, top sliced off
- 1 lemon, quartered
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 390°F (200°C). Wash the potatoes thoroughly, cut them into cubes, and place them in a baking dish.
- Season the Potatoes: Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the potatoes. Sprinkle with dried thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Add the Feta and Garlic: Place the block of feta in the center of the baking dish. For extra flavor, press one side of the feta into the seasonings on the potatoes before flipping it over. Add the garlic head and half the lemon wedges to the dish. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over everything.
- Bake to Perfection: Roast in the oven for 45-55 minutes until the potatoes are crispy and golden. Keep an eye on the garlic—if it starts to brown too much, remove it after about 35 minutes.
- Mash and Mix: Once the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the softened cloves out of their skins. Use a knife to mash the roasted garlic into a paste. Add the garlic paste, juice from the remaining lemon wedges, and chopped basil to the baking dish. Gently mix the roasted potatoes and feta to combine the flavors.
- Finishing Touch: Drizzle the honey over the top and sprinkle with additional fresh basil for a pop of color and sweetness.
Notes
- You can substitute the baking potatoes with Yukon Gold for a creamier texture.
- Adjust the herbs to your preference; rosemary can be a great alternative.
- Watch the garlic carefully to prevent burning, as it can turn bitter.
- This dish is delicious served warm or at room temperature.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated in the oven.
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