Greek Lemon Garlic Roasted Potatoes
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Greek Lemon Garlic Roasted Potatoes
Description
This recipe for Greek Lemon Garlic Roasted Potatoes uses yellow or Yukon gold potatoes, which provide a creamy texture ideal for roasting. The potatoes are peeled and cut into thick wedges or cubes, then coated thoroughly with a blend of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and chicken broth. The roasting process begins covered with foil, allowing the potatoes to steam and absorb the flavorful liquid while becoming tender.
After initial cooking, the potatoes are tossed and roasted uncovered to encourage caramelization, producing a browned, slightly crispy exterior contrasted with a soft and creamy interior. The lemon juice imparts a bright acidity balanced by the earthiness of oregano and the mild heat from paprika.
Serve these potatoes alongside grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a standalone side dish. They work well in Mediterranean-inspired meals and add a lively citrus-garlic flavor to any plate.
Use yellow or Yukon gold potatoes for the creamiest results; russets may be used but yield a different texture. Roasting times may vary depending on potato size and cut.
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs potato yellow, Yukon gold, see notes below
- 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ cup lemon juice
- 5 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 tablespoon oregano dried
- ½ tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Peel potatoes and cut into thick wedges or cubes.
- Place potatoes in a roasting pan with all the other ingredients. Toss well to coat potatoes.
- Cover pan with foil and roast covered for 40 minutes.
- Remove from heat and toss potatoes and continue roasting covered for another 25 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed/evaporated. You will be left with mainly oil in the pan. Note: actual covered roasting time will vary depending on cut sizes but once they are fork tender they can be roasted uncovered.
- Remove foil and continue roasting another 15 minutes or until potatoes browned to desired doneness.
- Place onto serving dish and drizzle with remaining liquid. (Optional)
Notes
- Yellow or Yukon gold potatoes deliver the creamiest texture for this recipe.
- Cooking times vary with potato size; check tenderness with a fork before finishing uncovered roasting.
- Roasting covered traps moisture and flavors, while uncovered roasting crisps the exterior.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 239 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 239kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 1097mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 676mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 34IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 39mg | 43% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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