Greek Roasted Potatoes with Whipped Feta
If you crave a taste of the Mediterranean, Greek Roasted Potatoes with Whipped Feta is the perfect dish to elevate your dining experience. This recipe features crispy, golden potatoes paired with creamy whipped feta, resulting in a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will impress everyone at your table. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or side alongside your favorite protein. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have an irresistible meal ready to enjoy in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 60g Greek yogurt
- 100g feta cheese
- 3 large baking potatoes
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 lemon (juice and zest)
- Olive oil
- Honey
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F) and parboil the chopped potatoes for about 10 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and fluff them in the pot before transferring them to a hot baking tray with olive oil.
- Season with oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Add quartered lemon pieces and unpeeled garlic among the potatoes and roast for 20 minutes.
- Remove lemon and garlic; continue roasting for another 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare a paste with roasted garlic and lemon skin mixed with honey and chili flakes.
- Blend feta cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth for whipped feta.
- Serve by spreading whipped feta on a plate, topping with potatoes, and garnishing with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg