Are you tired of bland, soggy potato side dishes that leave you wanting more? Get ready to transform your dinner game with these irresistibly crispy, zesty garlic lemon roasted potatoes that are so easy to make, you'll wonder why you ever settled for less. Imagine golden-brown potato cubes bursting with tangy lemon, aromatic garlic, and a perfect crunch that will have everyone at your table asking for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Ensure the oven rack is positioned in the middle for even roasting.
- Wash potatoes thoroughly under cool running water. Pat dry completely with clean kitchen towels to ensure crispy exterior.
- Cut potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes, keeping sizes consistent for uniform cooking. Try to make them similar in size to help even roasting.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk ingredients together until well blended.
- Add potato cubes to the bowl and toss thoroughly, ensuring each potato piece is evenly coated with the oil and seasoning mixture.
- Spread potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. This allows each potato to crisp and brown properly.
- Place baking sheet in preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, turning potatoes halfway through cooking time to ensure even browning.
- Check potatoes for doneness by piercing with a fork. They should be golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes. Optional: Sprinkle with fresh chopped herbs like parsley or rosemary before serving.
- Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy hot as a delicious side dish.
Tips
- • Pat your potatoes completely dry before roasting - this is the secret to achieving that coveted crispy exterior. • Use a large baking sheet and spread potatoes in a single layer to prevent steaming and ensure even browning. • Don't overcrowd the pan! Give your potato cubes some breathing room for maximum crispiness. • Turning the potatoes halfway through cooking ensures they brown evenly on all sides. • For extra flavor, experiment with fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme sprinkled just before serving. • If you want extra crispy potatoes, you can briefly broil them for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking. • Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest, most vibrant flavor possible.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
