Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Roasted Potatoes with Baked Feta and Garlic, a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into an extraordinary experience. This recipe features golden, crispy potato cubes paired with creamy, melted feta and sweet, caramelized garlic, all enhanced by a drizzle of honey. Perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to cozy nights at home—this versatile side dish complements a variety of main courses while being easy to prepare and clean up.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2 large baking potatoes (washed and cubed)
- 7 oz block of feta cheese
- 1 head of garlic (top sliced off)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice from 1 lemon (quartered)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, toss cubed potatoes with one tablespoon olive oil, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place feta in the center of potatoes; surround it with the head of garlic. Drizzle remaining olive oil over everything and squeeze lemon juice over the top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and roast for about 40 minutes.
- Remove foil; continue roasting for an additional 10 minutes until potatoes are golden brown.
- Drizzle honey over the hot dish and garnish with chopped basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg