Baked Feta Potatoes (Easy Mediterranean One-Pan Recipe) Recipe
Baked Feta Potatoes is an easy Mediterranean one-pan recipe featuring tender baby potatoes baked with creamy feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, olives, and fragrant herbs. This simple yet flavorful dish combines rustic ingredients roasted to perfection, ideal for a comforting side or a light main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1.5 lbs (700 g) baby potatoes, halved
- 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup (35 g) pitted kalamata olives (optional)
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Dairy
- 200 g (7 oz) block feta cheese
Seasonings & Oils
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Toss Potatoes: In a large bowl, combine the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat evenly for flavorful roasting.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned potatoes evenly across the prepared baking sheet. Place the block of feta cheese in the center and evenly scatter the halved cherry tomatoes and kalamata olives (if using) around the potatoes.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and slightly golden. The feta should soften and begin to melt.
- Mash Feta: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and use a fork to mash the feta cheese slightly, mixing it into the tomatoes and potatoes to combine all the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm, enjoying the creamy, tangy feta paired with roasted potatoes and Mediterranean veggies.
Notes
- Use baby potatoes for quicker, more even cooking and a tender texture.
- Kalamata olives add a briny flavor, but you can omit them if preferred.
- Feel free to substitute fresh garlic instead of garlic powder for a more intense garlic flavor.
- Serve as a side dish or add a protein like grilled chicken or chickpeas for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
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