Mediterranean Baked Potato Rounds (Cheesy Baked) 🥔🧀🌿✨

Golden potato rounds baked with cheese, olives, tomatoes, and herbs—a Mediterranean twist on comfort food.

Ingredients

• 3–4 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes (skin on or peeled)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or mozzarella + feta blend)
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, diced
• ¼ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
• 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
• 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven: Set oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare potatoes: Slice potatoes into ¼-inch rounds. Toss with olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Bake base: Arrange potato slices in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden.
4. Add toppings: Sprinkle mozzarella (or mozzarella + feta blend) over potato rounds. Top with cherry tomatoes, olives, and red onion.
5. Finish baking: Return to oven for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Garnish: Sprinkle fresh parsley or basil and optional crumbled feta before serving.
7. Serve: Enjoy warm as an appetizer, side dish, or snack.

Tips

• Extra crisp: Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for golden edges.
• Variation: Add roasted red peppers or artichokes for more Mediterranean flair.
• Serving idea: Pair with tzatziki or hummus for dipping.

Caption & Engagement

Caption: “Mediterranean Baked Potato Rounds—crispy, cheesy, and bursting with flavor! 🥔🧀🌿✨”

• Comment prompt: “Would you add extra feta or keep it simple?”
• Rotating closers: “Save for your next appetizer idea.” • “Tag a friend who loves Mediterranean flavors.” • “Crispy rounds, cheesy goodness.”