Baked Feta Potatoes Lemon (Printer-friendly)
Golden potatoes with tangy feta, fresh herbs, and bright lemon zest for a flavorful Mediterranean side.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
02 - 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
→ Dairy
03 - 7 oz feta cheese, cut into large cubes
→ Citrus & Aromatics
04 - 1 large lemon, zest and juice
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
→ Herbs & Seasoning
06 - 3 tbsp olive oil
07 - 2 tsp dried oregano
08 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
10 - 1/4 tsp chili flakes
11 - Salt, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the halved potatoes and red onion with olive oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic, oregano, black pepper, chili flakes, and salt.
03 - Spread the potato mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
04 - Scatter the feta cubes over the potatoes.
05 - Bake for 35–40 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the potatoes are tender and golden brown and the feta is slightly browned.
06 - Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The feta creates these incredible salty, creamy pockets throughout the dish that youll want to scoop up with every bite
- Everything cooks on one pan so you can spend more time enjoying your company and less time scrubbing pots
02 -
- Do not skip the lemon zest, that is where all the aromatic oils live and they make a huge difference in the final flavor
- Stirring halfway through is crucial for even browning and ensures nothing sticks to the bottom of your dish
03 -
- Use a glass baking dish if you have one, it helps you see exactly how golden the bottom is getting
- Room temperature ingredients cook more evenly, so take everything out of the fridge about 20 minutes before starting