Heart-Healthy Crispy Baked Potato Cubes
Get ready to elevate your side dish game with these **Heart-Healthy Crispy Baked Potato Cubes**—a guilt-free, flavor-packed alternative to traditional fried potatoes. Made with nutrient-rich Yukon Gold potatoes, these golden bites are seasoned to perfection with a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and thyme, and baked until irresistibly crisp. A drizzle of heart-friendly extra virgin olive oil ensures a crispy texture without the extra calories, while fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness. This quick and easy recipe, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time and 40 minutes in the oven, is ideal for serving as a wholesome side dish or a satisfying snack. Perfect for healthy eaters and potato lovers alike, these oven-baked cubes are proof that you don’t need to compromise on flavor to eat well!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
Wash the potatoes thoroughly and then pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. There is no need to peel them, as the skin contains beneficial nutrients.
Cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Try to make the pieces as uniform as possible to ensure even cooking.
Place the potato cubes in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle them with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
Sprinkle the potatoes with garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Using your hands or a large spoon, toss the potatoes until they are evenly coated with the oil and seasonings.
Spread the potato cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they are not overcrowded to achieve maximum crispiness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, and use a spatula to turn the potatoes over.
Return the potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Once baked, transfer the crispy potato cubes to a serving dish, and sprinkle them with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Serve the potatoes warm as a heart-healthy side dish or snack, perfect for any meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
858 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1240 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.8 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 3447 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
