Herbed Greek Roasted Potatoes with Feta Cheese
Potatoes are roasted with olive oil, garlic, lemon, and oregano until golden and tender.Fresh herbs add fragrance and a bright Mediterranean finish.Crispy edges provide a delicious contrast to the fluffy potato centers.Creamy feta adds a salty, tangy flavor to every bite.A final drizzle of lemon brings freshness to the roasted potatoes.Serve this versatile side dish with meat, seafood, or vegetables.
Ingredients
For the Potatoes
- 2½ pounds (1.1 kg) Yukon Gold or baby potatoes
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¾ cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1½ teaspoons dried Greek oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika, optional
For Finishing
- ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, optional
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly. Peel them if desired, then cut them into evenly sized wedges or large chunks.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, broth, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika if using.
- Place the potatoes in a large roasting pan or baking dish.
- Pour the lemon-garlic mixture over the potatoes and toss thoroughly until every piece is coated.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and roast for approximately 35–40 minutes.
- Once the potatoes are tender, increase the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C).
- Continue roasting for another 10–15 minutes, or until the edges are deeply golden and crisp.
- For lightly warmed feta, return the pan to the oven for 2–3 minutes. For a fresher feta flavor, simply add it after the potatoes come out of the oven.
- Sprinkle the potatoes with fresh parsley, dill, oregano, and lemon zest.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Potato choice: Yukon Gold potatoes provide creamy centers and excellent browning.
- Cut evenly: Similar-sized pieces cook more consistently.
- Fresh lemon: Freshly squeezed juice gives the brightest flavor.
- Greek oregano: Greek oregano provides a particularly aromatic Mediterranean taste.
- Feta timing: Add feta at the end to preserve its creamy, crumbly texture.
- Don't overcrowd: A crowded pan can cause steaming instead of roasting.
- Fresh herbs: Add them after roasting so their flavor stays fresh.
- Broth: Vegetable broth works perfectly for a vegetarian version.