Boiled Potatoes with Parsley

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4.6

68 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    165 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Boiled Potatoes with Parsley

Boiled Potatoes with Parsley is a simple side dish featuring baby red and yellow potatoes boiled until tender, then tossed in melted unsalted butter with black pepper, salt, and fresh chopped Italian parsley. The combination brings out the potatoes’ natural creamy texture enhanced by the buttery coating and fresh herb aroma. This mild but satisfying dish complements many meals.

Description

This straightforward recipe starts by boiling baby potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. After draining and cooling briefly under cold water, the potatoes are sliced into wedges. They are then gently combined with melted unsalted butter, ground black pepper, salt to taste, and freshly chopped Italian parsley.

The result is a warm, lightly seasoned potato side dish that maintains a tender yet firm texture. The parsley adds a fresh herbal brightness balancing the richness of the butter. Boiling preserves the potatoes' clean flavor without masking it with heavy seasoning.

This side dish pairs well with grilled or roasted meats, fish, or steamed vegetables and works well for casual dinners or family meals.

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Ingredients

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  • water for boiling
  • 1 tablespoon salt for boiling
  • 1 lb (500g) baby potato red and yellow
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 dashes black pepper ground
  • 2 tablespoons Italian parsley chopped

Instructions

  1. Fill a stockpot halfway with water and salt. Bring it to a rolling boil. In the meantime, clean, scrub, and rinse the baby potatoes.
  2. Boil the baby potatoes for 15 minutes. Drain and rinse them under cold water. Slice the potatoes into wedges and combine them with the melted butter, salt, pepper, and parsley.
  3. Stir gently to mix well. Serve the boiled potatoes immediately.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 4people Calories 165kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 23mg (8%) Sodium 300mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 165 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 4people
Calories 165kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 23mg 8%
Sodium 300mg 13%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 1g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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