🧀 Roasted Feta & Potato Tray Bake (Mediterranean Style)

This Roasted Feta & Potato Tray Bake is a simple yet flavor-packed Mediterranean dish made with crispy golden potatoes, creamy roasted feta, garlic, olive oil, and aromatic herbs. Everything roasts together on one tray, allowing the feta to soften and slightly caramelize while the potatoes turn perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy inside.

It’s comforting, wholesome, and ideal as a vegetarian main or hearty side dish 💛

🌿 Why It’s Mediterranean-Inspired

This tray bake celebrates classic Mediterranean ingredients:

Extra virgin olive oil
Feta cheese
Garlic
Oregano & fresh herbs
Simple, seasonal produce

It’s rustic, nourishing, and full of bold yet natural flavors.

📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)

800g (about 1.7 lbs) baby potatoes, halved
200g block feta cheese
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried thyme
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
Salt & black pepper to taste
Zest of ½ lemon
Juice of ½ lemon
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Optional Add-Ins:

Cherry tomatoes
Red onion wedges
Kalamata olives
Spinach (stir in after baking)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2️⃣ Season the Potatoes

Toss halved potatoes with olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Spread evenly on a lined baking tray.

3️⃣ Add the Feta

Place the block of feta in the center of the tray.
Drizzle with a little olive oil.
Sprinkle chili flakes and black pepper on top.

4️⃣ Roast

Bake for 35–45 minutes, flipping potatoes halfway through, until:

Potatoes are golden and crispy
Feta is soft and slightly caramelized

5️⃣ Finish & Serve

Remove from oven.
Gently break the feta and mix it through the potatoes.
Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and fresh parsley.
Serve warm.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

✔ Serve with grilled chicken or fish
✔ Add a side Mediterranean cucumber-tomato salad
✔ Top with a fried or poached egg for brunch
✔ Wrap leftovers in warm pita bread

🥗 Nutrition Highlights

Good source of calcium
Healthy fats from olive oil
Vegetarian-friendly
Mediterranean diet compliant
Comforting but balanced

❓ Q & A

Q1: Can I use sweet potatoes?

Yes! Sweet potatoes add natural sweetness and extra fiber.

Q2: How do I make it crispier?

Use a large tray so potatoes aren’t crowded and roast at high heat.

Q3: Can I make it vegan?

Replace feta with a plant-based feta alternative.

Q4: How do I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days. Reheat in oven for best texture.

Q5: Can I prepare it ahead?

You can chop and season potatoes ahead of time, but bake fresh for best crispiness.

Q6: What protein pairs best with this?

Grilled lemon chicken, salmon, or chickpeas work beautifully.