Baked Feta Potatoes Lemon (Printable)

Golden potatoes baked with tangy feta, herbs, and zesty lemon in a Mediterranean style.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan with cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved potatoes and red onion wedges. Drizzle with olive oil, then add lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, black pepper, chili flakes, and salt. Toss thoroughly until all vegetables are evenly coated.
03 - Spread the seasoned potato and onion mixture evenly across the prepared baking dish in a single layer for optimal browning.
04 - Distribute the feta cheese cubes evenly over the top of the potato mixture, allowing some pieces to rest partially on vegetables for better browning.
05 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, stirring the potatoes once halfway through cooking. The dish is ready when potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, edges are golden brown, and feta has developed light golden spots.
06 - Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with additional fresh chopped parsley. Serve warm while the feta is still slightly melted and creamy.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The way feta transforms from crumbly to irresistibly creamy in the oven creates this rich, savory element that feels indulgent despite the humble ingredients.
  • This dish requires almost zero active cooking time yet delivers those Mediterranean vacation vibes that make weeknight dinners feel special.
02 -
  • Stirring halfway through is non negotiable because the pieces against the pan will brown much faster than those buried underneath.
  • The feta will look alarmingly browned in spots, but that caramelization is exactly what creates those incredible creamy pockets throughout the dish.
03 -
  • Sweet potatoes make an amazing variation and add this lovely sweetness that plays surprisingly well with the salty feta.
  • Reserving a little parsley to add at the very end makes the dish look freshly finished even if it has been sitting for a few minutes.

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