Description
This Greek Roasted Potatoes With Peppers & Feta recipe offers a flavorful and crispy side dish featuring tender roasted potatoes and sweet red bell peppers, seasoned with classic Greek spices and finished with crumbled feta and fresh parsley. Perfect as a comforting accompaniment to any Mediterranean meal or as a vibrant vegetarian main.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 kg potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes (2 lbs.)
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into cubes
Seasonings & Oil
- 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
Toppings
- 60 grams feta cheese, crumbled (2 oz.)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- Juice of 1/4 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) to get it ready for roasting the potatoes and peppers to a perfect crispy texture.
- Prepare Potatoes and Peppers: In a large mixing bowl, toss the peeled and cubed potatoes along with the red bell pepper cubes, salt, olive oil, and the juice of 1/4 lemon to evenly coat all the pieces.
- Roast: Spread the seasoned potatoes and peppers evenly on a greased baking tray to ensure they cook evenly and develop a crispy surface. Roast them in the oven for 25 minutes.
- Season: Mix together garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, cinnamon, and ground pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle this spice mix over the partially roasted potatoes and peppers, then gently stir or toss to coat everything evenly with the spices.
- Finish Cooking: Return the tray to the oven and roast for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the potatoes to become crispy and golden brown while the spices infuse their flavors.
- Final Touch: Remove from the oven, drizzle with the remaining 1/4 lemon juice for brightness, then top with crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use a wide baking tray to avoid overcrowding, which helps potatoes crisp better.
- Adjust spices to your preference; more paprika adds smoky flavor, more cinnamon adds warmth.
- For extra crispiness, you can broil for the last 2-3 minutes but watch closely to prevent burning.
- Serve warm as a side dish with grilled meats or as a vegetarian main with a salad.
