Description
This Greek Roasted Potatoes with Peppers & Feta recipe offers a flavorful and vibrant side dish. Tender potatoes and sweet red bell peppers are seasoned with a fragrant blend of Mediterranean spices, then oven-roasted to a crispy golden finish. Finished with a tangy drizzle of lemon juice, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh parsley, this recipe is a perfect accompaniment to any meal or a satisfying vegetarian main.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 kg potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes (2 lbs.)
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into cubes
Seasonings & Spices
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
Others
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1/2 lemon (divided: 1/4 lemon for tossing, and 1/4 lemon for drizzling)
- 60 grams feta cheese, crumbled (2 oz.)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) to prepare for roasting the potatoes and peppers.
- Toss with Seasoning: In a large bowl, toss the cubed potatoes and red bell peppers with salt, olive oil, and the juice of 1/4 lemon until evenly coated.
- First Roast: Spread the potatoes and peppers out on a greased baking tray in a single layer. Roast in the oven for 25 minutes to begin cooking and softening them.
- Add Spices: Remove the tray and sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, cinnamon, and ground pepper evenly over the potatoes and peppers. Stir gently to coat everything in the spice mix.
- Final Roast: Return the tray to the oven and roast for an additional 10-15 minutes until the potatoes are crispy and golden brown on the outside.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle the roasted potatoes and peppers with the remaining juice of 1/4 lemon. Top with crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- The potatoes should be cut into small uniform cubes to ensure even roasting.
- Using a mixture of spices including cinnamon adds a unique Greek flavor to the dish.
- For extra crispiness, spread the potatoes in a single layer without crowding the pan.
- Feta cheese adds a salty tang; substitute with vegan feta if desired.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for best texture retention.
