Description
Crispy golden roast potatoes tossed with olive oil, lemon, herbs, and tangy feta these Greek-style potatoes are bursting with flavor and make the perfect side dish for any Mediterranean meal.
Ingredients
2 lbs baby or Yukon gold potatoes, halved
3 tbsp olive oil
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp chopped fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Add the potatoes and toss well to coat.
4. Spread the potatoes out in a single layer on the baking sheet, cut side down.
5. Roast for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
6. Transfer roasted potatoes to a serving dish.
7. Sprinkle with crumbled feta, parsley, and dill before serving.
8. Optional: drizzle with a touch of extra olive oil or a squeeze of lemon for added brightness.
Notes
For extra crispiness, soak potatoes in cold water for 20 minutes before roasting.
Add kalamata olives or roasted red peppers for a bolder Greek twist.
Pairs perfectly with grilled chicken, lamb, or fish.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasted
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: greek roast potatoes, lemon feta potatoes, mediterranean side dish, crispy potatoes