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Greek Lemon Potatoes

Published on August 5, 2019 by Helen Best-Shaw 26 Comments
Last Updated on September 2, 2021

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Greek lemon potatoes is a simple and fragrant dish that tastes of summer. This side dish is perfect for a quick supper, a mezze or barbecue with friends. 

Greek lemon potatoes in the foreground, with baked feta in the background

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Greek Potatoes

I love to bring home new ideas for food to make in my kitchen whenever we travel. Ever since visiting Tinos, and discovering the local food, I’ve had requests for more Greek-inspired recipes.

Greek lemon potatoes is a delicious side dish combining the fresh zing of the lemon, salty feta with the richness earthiness of the potatoes. This lovely variation on roast new potatoes is easy to make and quick enough to rustle up after work.

Greek oregano is very different from what you will find in the supermarkets. I have used a mixture of oregano and thyme as a substitute, but if you grow it at home, use Greek oregano instead. Either way, these lemon potatoes will transport you back to balmy days in the sun. 

Top down of Greek potatoes in a black round dish, on rustic cloths with garlic and lemon slices.

How to make Greek Lemon Potatoes

Ingredients for Greek Lemon Potatoes, from above. Made with new or salad potatoes and feta.

Step one – Measure out the ingredients. Cut the lemon into eight and the feta cheese into 1/2 cm cubes. Cut the larger potatoes in half. Heat the oven to 170°C (Fan) /340°F (Fan) / Gas Mark 5.

Step two – Put the potatoes in a pan, cover with water, bring to the boil and then turn the ring down to a gentle simmer. Cook for ten minutes.

Step three – Drain the potatoes and add to a generously sized roasting tin. You don’t want the potatoes to be crowded, but to have plenty of space. Add the olive oil. Then use a spatula to turn the potatoes in the oil, making sure each is evenly coated.

A 2 picture collage of Greek lemon potatoes spread out in a roasting dish, showing before and after cooking

Step four – Add the feta, herbs and lemon to the potatoes.

Greek potatoes with lemon and feta ready to serve, in a circular black dish.

Step five – Roast for 20 minutes, until cooked. Serve Greek lemon potatoes immediately garnished with some extra herbs.

Hints, Tips and Variations

  • To avoid the potatoes overcooking and breaking up, don’t simmer them too fast. The water should be just moving. 
  • Try making this with different herbs or add some Greek olives. 
  • Lemon potatoes work well with fish dishes. Alternatively, serve them as part of a mezze or a barbecue spread.

More Greek recipes 

If you love this try some more Greek style recipes inspired by by trips to Greece. 

  • Baked feta
  • Feta dip
  • Greek rice
  • Greek pasta salad
  • Labneh

Or take a trip to the Greek Island of Tinos, or read about the food of Tinos.

More Potatoes? 

  • Roasted baby potatoes
  • Parmentier potatoes
  • Sautéed potatoes
  • Creamy new potatoes
  • Healthy potato salad 
  • Easy potato curry
  • No mayo potato salad
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Greek Lemon Potatoes

Greek lemon potatoes is a simple and fragrant dish that tastes of summer. This side dish is perfect for a quick supper, a mezze or barbecue with friends. 
Servings: 2 people.
Author: Helen Best-Shaw
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time35 mins
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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lemon
  • 220 g new or salad potatoes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 25 g feta cheese (cubed)
  • 1 sprig oregano
  • 1 sprig thyme
  • salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 170°C (Fan) / 340°F (Fan) / Gas Mark 5.
  • Cut the lemon into segments. Clean the potatoes, cutting the larger ones in half. Cut feta into 1 cm cubes.
  • Put the potatoes in a pan, cover with water, a pinch of salt, bring to the boil and then turn the ring down to a gentle simmer. Cook for ten minutes.
  • Drain potatoes and add to a large roasting dish. Each piece should have plenty of room. Add the olive oil, and turn the potatoes with a spatula to coat evenly.
  • Add the feta, lemon and herbs.
  • Roast the potatoes for 25 minutes, until cooked through. Serve Greek lemon potatoes immediately.

Notes

  • To avoid the potatoes overcooking and breaking up, don’t simmer them too fast. The water should be just moving. 
  • Try making this with different herbs or add some Greek olives. 
  • Greek lemon potatoes work well with fish dishes. Alternatively, serve them as part of a mezze or a barbecue spread.
Nutritional Information
  • This recipe is 6 Weight Watchers Smart Points per portion
• Please note that the nutrition information provided below is approximate and meant as a guideline only.
• Unless stated otherwise cup conversions have been made with an online tool. For accuracy please check with your favoured conversion tool. We recommend buying inexpensive digital kitchen scales.
Nutrition Facts
Greek Lemon Potatoes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 170 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Cholesterol 11mg4%
Sodium 151mg7%
Potassium 492mg14%
Carbohydrates 18g6%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 55IU1%
Vitamin C 27.6mg33%
Calcium 118mg12%
Iron 4.1mg23%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: Greek lemon potatoes, Greek potatoes
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  1. Cristie | Little Big H

    5 stars
    So delicious. I love to idea of adding salty feta, it would be a lovely combination.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Citrus and salty go so well together.

      Reply
  2. Gemma

    5 stars
    I’m with you on the bringing ideas back from holidays, Helen. It is possibly the part of the holidays I enjoy the most. This sounds utterly delicious and I’m definitely going to make it as soon as possible.

    Reply
    • Helen

      I love bringing back ideas for my kitchen.

      Reply
  3. Lynne

    5 stars
    This is such a great dish for summer dining. Perfect for our barbecue this weekend. I love the mixture of flavours.

    Reply
    • Helen

      It is an ideal side dish for a barbecue.

      Reply
  4. Jacqueline Meldrum

    5 stars
    Simple but delicious Helen. What a good idea. I remember you telling me how good these were when we were chatting.

    Reply
    • Helen

      So so good. Simple and utterly delicious.

      Reply
  5. kim

    5 stars
    Such fabulous flavor and I love how easy this one was! Thanks for a great recipe!

    Reply
    • Helen

      So tasty with simple ingredients.

      Reply
  6. Lizzy

    5 stars
    This is such a nice fresh take on a potato side dish. Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Helen

      The lemon taste is a delicious fresh flavour.

      Reply
  7. Shinta

    5 stars
    That’s some of my favorite flavours in one bowl right there! I’ve never tried combining lemon with potatoes, I definitely should give this a go soon.

    Reply
    • Helen

      The tangy lemon is perfect with the potato.

      Reply
  8. Sophie

    5 stars
    Salty feta with tangy lemon sounds like a match made in food heaven. Love the idea of this side dish.

    Reply
    • Helen

      The salt and sour combination is a perfect flavour combination.

      Reply
  9. Vikki

    5 stars
    A perfect way to serve potatoes. I could easily eat a big plate of this.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Simple and delicious.

      Reply
  10. Imogen

    5 stars
    I do love easy to make tasty dishes. And I love potatoes. Such a great flavour combination.

    Reply
    • Helen

      We do love new potatoes for summer dishes. So flavoursome.

      Reply
  11. Wendy M

    5 stars
    This became our go to potato dish this summer. It is so good. Much preferable than potato salad, and has been great with all kinds of meals. The kids love it too.

    Reply
    • Helen

      It really is a tasty side dish.

      Reply
  12. Paul W

    5 stars
    Great combination of flavours in this dish. The tangy lemon, the salty feta and the potatoes, they really go well together.

    Reply
  13. Tasha

    5 stars
    I do love a touch of holiday food back home. This is such a delicious mix of simple foods, ideal for having with grilled chicken.

    Reply
  14. Vanessa Duncan

    5 stars
    I love the fresh taste of lemon on anything savoury. What a great idea to jazz up potatoes. So tasty.

    Reply
  15. Queenie

    I simply love Greek food. It is one of the things I enjoy most about visiting the country. Great recipe Helen, it has my mouth watering.

    Reply

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