Description
A comforting side dish of buttery smashed potatoes topped with creamy feta and fresh herbs, perfect for gatherings and enhancing any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Red Potatoes
- 1 cup crumbled Feta Cheese
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 cloves fresh Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Oregano, Rosemary, or Thyme)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice or Zest
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Wash the potatoes thoroughly and place them in a pot covered with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain & Smash: Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Use a potato masher to gently smash each potato to your desired texture.
- Add Flavors: Drizzle in olive oil, add minced garlic, chopped herbs, and lemon juice. Toss gently to combine.
- Top with Feta: Generously crumble feta over the warm smashed potatoes, letting it blend into the mix.
- Bake or Fry (Optional): For added crispiness, transfer to a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 15-20 minutes or sauté in a skillet for a crispy finish.
- Serve & Enjoy: Top with additional herbs and a drizzle of olive oil before serving warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider using herbed feta or mixing in sautéed garlic mushrooms. Perfect as a side or a vegetarian main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: smashed potatoes, Greek cuisine, vegetarian recipes, feta cheese, comfort food