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Lemon Roasted Potatoes with Feta and Fresh Herbs Recipe

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Lemon Roasted Potatoes are a vibrant and flavorful side dish featuring tender, crispy roasted baby potatoes tossed with olive oil, garlic, fresh herbs, lemon zest, and tangy feta cheese. Perfectly seasoned with oregano, salt, and pepper, these potatoes are roasted to golden perfection and finished with fresh lemon juice and herbs for a bright, Mediterranean-inspired taste.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Potatoes and Seasonings

  • 2 pounds baby potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste (approximately 1 teaspoon salt)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano

Flavor Enhancers

  • 2 cloves garlic, grated or minced (about 1 teaspoon)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Juice of 1/2 a lemon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Season: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the potato chunks onto a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss the potatoes well with your hands ensuring each piece is evenly coated with oil and seasonings.
  2. First Roasting: Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. This will begin to crisp the edges while cooking the interior.
  3. Toss and Continue Roasting: Remove the tray from the oven and use a spatula to gently toss the potatoes to ensure even cooking. Return them to the oven and roast for another 10 minutes.
  4. Add Garlic and Finish Roasting: After 10 minutes, remove the tray once again and mix in the minced garlic evenly among the potatoes. Roast for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and garlic is fragrant but not burned.
  5. Add Final Touches and Serve: Remove the potatoes from the oven and immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice over them. Sprinkle lemon zest, chopped parsley, dill, and crumbled feta cheese on top. For an optional finishing touch, add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Serve the potatoes directly from the baking sheet or transfer them to a serving dish.

Notes

  • Use baby or new potatoes for best texture and roasting results.
  • Adjust the amount of salt and lemon juice according to your preference.
  • Fresh herbs bring brightness but can be substituted with dried herbs if fresh are unavailable.
  • Feta cheese adds a creamy, salty contrast but can be omitted or replaced with Parmesan for variation.
  • Ensure the garlic is added later in roasting to avoid burning and bitterness.
  • For extra crispiness, spread potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet without overcrowding.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/lemon-roasted-potatoes-with-feta-and-fresh-herbs-recipe/