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 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.
How to make Greek Lemon Potatoes
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.
Step four – Add the feta, herbs and lemon to the potatoes.
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.
Greek Lemon Potatoes
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.
- This recipe is 6 Weight Watchers Smart Points per portion
Another delicious side dish is my easy mushroom rice.
Cristie | Little Big H
So delicious. I love to idea of adding salty feta, it would be a lovely combination.
Helen
Citrus and salty go so well together.
Gemma
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.
Helen
I love bringing back ideas for my kitchen.
Lynne
This is such a great dish for summer dining. Perfect for our barbecue this weekend. I love the mixture of flavours.
Helen
It is an ideal side dish for a barbecue.
Jacqueline Meldrum
Simple but delicious Helen. What a good idea. I remember you telling me how good these were when we were chatting.
Helen
So so good. Simple and utterly delicious.
kim
Such fabulous flavor and I love how easy this one was! Thanks for a great recipe!
Helen
So tasty with simple ingredients.
Lizzy
This is such a nice fresh take on a potato side dish. Can’t wait to try it!
Helen
The lemon taste is a delicious fresh flavour.
Shinta
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.
Helen
The tangy lemon is perfect with the potato.
Sophie
Salty feta with tangy lemon sounds like a match made in food heaven. Love the idea of this side dish.
Helen
The salt and sour combination is a perfect flavour combination.
Vikki
A perfect way to serve potatoes. I could easily eat a big plate of this.
Helen
Simple and delicious.
Imogen
I do love easy to make tasty dishes. And I love potatoes. Such a great flavour combination.
Helen
We do love new potatoes for summer dishes. So flavoursome.
Wendy M
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.
Helen
It really is a tasty side dish.
Paul W
Great combination of flavours in this dish. The tangy lemon, the salty feta and the potatoes, they really go well together.
Tasha
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.
Vanessa Duncan
I love the fresh taste of lemon on anything savoury. What a great idea to jazz up potatoes. So tasty.
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.