Description
Quick smashed Greek potatoes with feta and rosemary are a delectable side dish that will elevate your meals. With their crispy texture and vibrant Mediterranean flavors, these potatoes are perfect for family gatherings, weeknight dinners, or special occasions. The combination of creamy feta, fragrant rosemary, and zesty lemon transforms simple roasting potatoes into a culinary delight. Ready in under 35 minutes, this recipe is not only quick but also versatile, pairing excellently with grilled meats or served as a stand-alone snack. Enjoy the wholesome goodness packed into every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–12 medium roasting potatoes
- 200 g feta cheese (crumbled)
- 3 tbsp small capers or sliced black olives
- 2 large cloves garlic (sliced)
- 1 red onion (thinly sliced)
- Fresh rosemary sprig (torn)
- 1 lemon (cut into quarters)
- Olive oil (for drizzling)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 200C (400F) and drizzle olive oil in a large skillet or roasting tray.
- 2. Rinse the potatoes and pierce them with a knife for even cooking.
- 3. Microwave the pierced potatoes covered with damp paper towels on full power for 7-12 minutes until tender.
- 4. Smash each potato gently in the skillet while keeping their shape intact.
- 5. Season with salt and pepper, add garlic and rosemary, and nestle lemon wedges among them.
- 6. Roast for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- 7. Sprinkle feta cheese, red onion, and capers on top, then return to the oven for another 5 minutes.
- 8. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the potatoes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg