Heart-Healthy Crispy Baked Potato Fries
Discover a guilt-free indulgence with this Heart-Healthy Crispy Baked Potato Fries recipe, a perfect blend of savory flavors and wholesome ingredients. Made with russet potatoes, olive oil, and a medley of spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, these oven-baked fries are golden and satisfyingly crispy without the need for deep frying. The secret? A quick soak to remove excess starch and ensure optimal crunchiness. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, these fries are low in fat, packed with flavor, and ideal as a healthy side dish or snack. Ready in under an hour, they're a heart-friendly twist on a classic comfort food that will transform your approach to fries forever!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Cut the potatoes into even-sized sticks, about 1/4-inch thick, to ensure they cook evenly.
Place the potato sticks in a large bowl and fill with cold water. Let them soak for at least 10 minutes to remove excess starch and make them crispier.
While the potatoes are soaking, finely chop fresh parsley and set it aside for garnishing.
Drain the potatoes and pat them completely dry with a kitchen towel. Make sure they are as dry as possible.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry potatoes, extra virgin olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until the fries are evenly coated with the seasoning and oil.
Arrange the seasoned potato sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they are not overcrowded to allow even cooking.
Bake the fries in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, flip the fries over using a spatula to ensure even crisping.
Return to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes or until the fries are golden brown and crispy.
Once done, remove the fries from the oven and let them cool slightly. Sprinkle with the fresh parsley for a pop of color and additional flavor.
Serve the heart-healthy crispy baked potato fries immediately as a side dish or snack. Enjoy the guilt-free deliciousness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
942 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1286 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.5 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 4054 mg | 86% | |
*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.
