Quick Smashed Greek Potatoes with Feta and Rosemary
Quick smashed Greek potatoes with feta and rosemary are a flavorful, easy-to-make side dish that will elevate any meal. Perfectly tender potatoes are combined with tangy feta cheese and aromatic rosemary for a delightful taste experience. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe takes minimal effort to prepare and features ingredients that bring comfort and satisfaction to your table. Enjoy these delicious potatoes alongside grilled meats, fresh salads, or as a standalone dish. With their crispy exterior and creamy interior, they are sure to impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–12 medium roasted potatoes
- 200 g (7 oz) crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp capers or sliced black olives
- 2 large cloves of garlic (sliced)
- 1 red onion (thinly sliced)
- Fresh rosemary sprig (torn)
- 1 lemon (cut into quarters)
- Olive oil for drizzling
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and drizzle olive oil in a large skillet or roasting tray.
- Rinse and pierce the potatoes with a knife, then microwave them covered for 7-12 minutes until tender.
- Smash the cooked potatoes on the tray gently with a potato masher.
- Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, add garlic, rosemary, and lemon wedges.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until golden.
- Top with feta cheese, onion slices, and capers; bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, squeezing roasted lemon juice over the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg