Heart-Healthy Greek Lemon Roasted Potatoes
Transform your dinner table with these **Heart-Healthy Greek Lemon Roasted Potatoes**—a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired side dish that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful. Featuring tender wedges of golden Yukon Gold potatoes, this recipe is infused with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice, the aromatic punch of garlic, and the earthy warmth of oregano. Roasted to perfection in a savory marinade of extra virgin olive oil and low-sodium vegetable broth, these potatoes emerge crispy on the edges and irresistibly soft inside. With just 15 minutes of prep time, minimal added salt, and a garnish of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, these potatoes are a wholesome and heart-healthy choice. Perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday spreads, or any time you’re craving guilt-free comfort food, this dish pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken, fish, or vibrant salads.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds small Yukon Gold potatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 1 whole zest of lemon
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the Yukon Gold potatoes thoroughly. Cut them into wedges, approximately 1 inch wide.
In a large baking dish or roasting pan, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and low-sodium vegetable broth. Stir well to create a marinade.
Add the potato wedges to the baking dish and toss them in the marinade until they are well coated.
Sprinkle the dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper evenly over the potatoes.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.
Bake the potatoes covered for 30 minutes to allow them to absorb the flavors.
After 30 minutes, remove the foil and gently stir the potatoes to ensure even cooking.
Continue roasting the potatoes uncovered for an additional 20 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy on the edges.
Once cooked, remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Garnish the dish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the Greek Lemon Roasted Potatoes warm, as a heart-healthy side dish or main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1109 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.3 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1295 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.0 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.8 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 19.9 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 4168 mg | 89% | |
*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.
