Healthy Baked Feta Potatoes Recipe
This Healthy Baked Feta Potatoes recipe combines creamy, tangy feta cheese with tender roasted baby potatoes and burst cherry tomatoes, all seasoned with garlic, oregano, and olive oil. Perfectly baked until golden and flavorful, it’s a simple yet satisfying dish ideal for a wholesome meal or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes & Vegetables
- 1.5 lbs (700g) baby potatoes, halved or quartered
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
Cheese & Seasonings
- 1 block (7 oz/200g) feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste (go easy as feta is salty)
Garnish
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). While the oven heats, wash and cut the baby potatoes into halves or quarters depending on their size. In a large baking dish, combine the potatoes, cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Add the Feta: Place the block of feta cheese right in the center of the baking dish, nestled amid the seasoned potatoes and tomatoes. Drizzle a little olive oil over the feta to help it soften and bake evenly.
- Roast Until Golden: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes. Stir the potatoes once halfway through the cooking time to ensure even roasting. The dish is ready when the potatoes are golden and tender, the tomatoes have burst from the heat, and the feta is soft and slightly browned on top.
- Stir and Serve: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Stir the softened feta cheese into the roasted vegetables until it forms a creamy, tangy sauce that coats the potatoes and tomatoes well. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for color and added freshness. Serve warm or allow to cool for meal prepping.
Notes
- Use baby potatoes for faster and even roasting; larger potatoes will require longer cooking time.
- Adjust salt carefully since feta is naturally salty.
- Fresh herbs like basil or parsley add a refreshing flavor but are optional.
- For a vegan option, substitute feta with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- This dish reheats well and makes great leftovers for meal prep.
- Stirring halfway through ensures even cooking and prevents sticking.
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