Description
These Crispy Roasted Potatoes with Salted Lemon are a delightful side dish with a Mediterranean twist. The potatoes are perfectly seasoned and roasted to crispy perfection, then tossed with the unique flavor of salted lemon for a zesty kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons salted lemon, finely chopped (or preserved lemon rind)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Flaky sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the potatoes: In a bowl, toss the halved potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until coated.
- Roast the potatoes: Spread the seasoned potatoes on the baking sheet, cut side down, and roast for 35-40 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Finish and serve: Remove from the oven, toss with salted lemon and parsley, then transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and serve hot.
Notes
- If you don’t have salted or preserved lemons, substitute with lemon zest and a pinch of extra salt.
- These potatoes complement roasted meats, fish, or serve as a flavorful party side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 330 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
