Description
This Greek Roasted Potatoes with Peppers & Feta recipe offers a deliciously crispy and flavorful side dish featuring tender roasted potatoes combined with sweet red bell peppers, seasoned with a vibrant blend of Mediterranean spices, and finished with tangy lemon juice, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh parsley. Ideal for a comforting meal that’s simple to prepare and packed with traditional Greek flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Cheese
- 1 kg potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes (2 lbs.)
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into cubes
- 60 grams feta cheese, crumbled (2 oz.)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Seasonings and Spices
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Juice of 1/4 lemon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
- Additional juice of 1/4 lemon (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) to ensure it’s hot and ready for roasting the potatoes and peppers to crispy perfection.
- Prepare Potatoes and Peppers: In a large mixing bowl, toss the peeled and cubed potatoes along with the cubed red bell pepper with salt, olive oil, and the juice of 1/4 lemon. Make sure everything is evenly coated to enhance flavor and roasting.
- Roast Initial Batch: Spread the coated potatoes and peppers evenly on a greased baking tray to prevent sticking. Roast them in the preheated oven for 25 minutes to begin softening and browning.
- Season: While still warm on the tray, sprinkle the spice blend consisting of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, cinnamon, and ground pepper over the potatoes and peppers. Stir gently but thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly with the spice mixture.
- Finish Cooking: Return the baking tray to the oven and roast for an additional 10 to 15 minutes. This step crisps the potatoes further and infuses them with the aromatic spices, making them deliciously flavorful and golden brown.
- Final Touch: Remove the roasted potatoes and peppers from the oven, drizzle with the remaining lemon juice for a fresh, tangy brightness, then top generously with crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust the spices according to your taste preference; adding more paprika will increase the smokiness.
- For a vegan option, omit the feta or replace it with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- If you want extra crispiness, spread the potatoes and peppers in a single layer without overcrowding the pan.
- Serve hot as a side dish with grilled meats or as part of a Mediterranean platter.
