Greek-Style Roasted Potatoes Recipe
We've said it before and we'll say it again, but potatoes are delicious in any form. Whether it is mashed, scalloped, twice-baked, au gratin, etc. potatoes can do no wrong!
Most of the time, we like to serve roasted potatoes as they are quick to prepare and require very few ingredients. Recipe developer and registered dietitian nutritionist Kristen Carli, MS, RD brings us this recipe for Greek-Style Roasted Potatoes. This recipe is unique in that it packs a flavorful punch without an exhaustive list of ingredients. With the addition of lemon juice and dried oregano, transform simple roasted potatoes into a craveable side dish you'll want to make again and again.
Carli recommends pairing these potatoes with your favorite source of protein such as juicy barbecued chicken or pesto baked salmon for a nutritious and completely balanced meal. Follow our step-by-step guide below to make these at home.
Gather your ingredients
To make these Greek-Style Roasted Potatoes, you can start by gathering your ingredients. For this recipe, you will need baby potatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper, dried oregano, garlic powder, and lemon juice.
Add all ingredients to a large bowl
Be sure to preheat your oven to 400 F. Then you can begin by adding the chopped potatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper, dried oregano, garlic powder, and lemon juice to a large bowl. Carli notes, "I focused on highlighting Greek flavors like lemon, oregano, and garlic to really pump up the flavor of these potatoes."
Stir the ingredients to ensure the potatoes are coated
Then, using a large wooden spoon, stir the potatoes well. Making sure to stir these potatoes well ensures that all the seasonings are evenly-coated on the potatoes.
Pour potatoes on a large baking sheet and bake
Lastly, pour the potatoes out onto a large baking sheet. Be sure to spread them out in an even layer. This will increase the surface area of the potatoes exposed in the oven, helping to ensure even crispiness. Carli explains, "The best part about roasted potatoes are the crispy bits, so I make sure to maximize the crisp as much as possible." Bake for about 40 to 50 minutes and allow to cool before serving as a side dish in your meal.
- 2 pounds baby potatoes, roughly chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- the juice of 2 lemons
- Preheat oven to 400 F. In a large bowl, add the potatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper, dried oregano, garlic powder, and lemon juice.
- Stir the potatoes well in order to fully coat them in the seasonings.
- Pour potatoes on a large baking sheet. Spread evenly. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes.
Nutrition
| Calories per Serving | 184 |
| Total Fat | 7.0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 28.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g |
| Sodium | 414.2 mg |
| Protein | 3.4 g |
