Heart-Healthy Garlic Roasted Potatoes
Elevate your side dish game with these Heart-Healthy Garlic Roasted Potatoes, a flavorful and nutritious twist on a classic recipe that’s perfect for any occasion! Featuring tender baby potatoes coated in heart-smart extra virgin olive oil, aromatic minced garlic, and a vibrant blend of fresh rosemary and thyme, this dish bursts with Mediterranean-inspired goodness. A splash of zesty lemon juice and zest further brightens the flavors, creating a delightful balance of savory and tangy notes. Roasted to golden perfection in just 30 minutes, these potatoes are irresistibly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Serve them warm, straight from the oven, and enjoy a guilt-free side that combines wholesome ingredients with crowd-pleasing taste. Perfect for healthy eating enthusiasts looking for easy roasted vegetable recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash and scrub the baby potatoes thoroughly. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Cut the potatoes into halves or quarters, depending on their size, so all pieces are roughly the same size.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
Add the potato pieces to the bowl and toss them until they are well coated with the olive oil mixture.
Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the potatoes for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the potatoes are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
Once done, remove the roasted potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve the garlic roasted potatoes warm, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
769 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1219 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.2 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 14.5 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 120 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2921 mg | 62% | |
*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.
