Baked Feta Potatoes Lemon (Printable Version)
Tender golden potatoes paired with tangy feta, fresh herbs, and bright lemon zest in a flavorful bake.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
02 - 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
→ Dairy
03 - 7 oz feta cheese, cut into large cubes
→ Citrus & Aromatics
04 - 1 large lemon, zest and juice
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
→ Herbs & Seasoning
06 - 3 tbsp olive oil
07 - 2 tsp dried oregano
08 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped plus more for garnish
09 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
10 - 1/4 tsp chili flakes optional
11 - Salt, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the halved potatoes and red onion with olive oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic, oregano, black pepper, chili flakes if using, and salt until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the potato mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
04 - Scatter the feta cubes over the potatoes.
05 - Bake for 35-40 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the potatoes are tender and golden brown and the feta is slightly browned.
06 - Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The feta creates these incredible salty, creamy pockets throughout the potatoes as it bakes
- Lemon and garlic transform simple ingredients into something that feels restaurant special
02 -
- Stirring halfway through is nonnegotiable—it ensures the potatoes cook evenly and get golden on multiple sides
- Letting the dish rest for just 5 minutes after baking helps the flavors settle and makes serving easier
03 -
- Don't skip the lemon zest—it holds all the aromatic oils that juice alone can't provide
- Cut your potatoes into uniform halves so they all finish cooking at the same time