Heart-Healthy Olive Oil Roasted Potatoes
Indulge in the perfect combination of flavor and health with these Heart-Healthy Olive Oil Roasted Potatoes, featuring baby potatoes roasted to golden perfection with aromatic fresh rosemary, thyme, and minced garlic. This simple yet elegant side dish comes together in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Coated with extra virgin olive oil and seasoned with a touch of salt, black pepper, and a final burst of brightness from a fresh lemon squeeze, these potatoes are a guilt-free treat bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Packed with healthy fats and a crispy exterior, they’re proof that wholesome eating doesn’t have to compromise on taste. Perfectly satisfying for vegetarians or anyone seeking a nutritious, flavorful addition to their meals, these roasted potatoes are an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium lemon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash and dry the baby potatoes thoroughly. Cut any larger potatoes in half so they are all a similar size for even cooking.
In a large bowl, combine the potatoes with the olive oil, ensuring each potato is well coated.
Finely chop the fresh rosemary and thyme. Add the herbs to the potatoes.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl, mixing well.
Add salt and black pepper to the potato mixture. Toss everything together until the potatoes are evenly coated with the herbs, garlic, and seasoning.
Spread the potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are not crowded. This helps them roast evenly and become crispy.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the potatoes for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork. Stir halfway through the cooking time for even browning.
Remove the potatoes from the oven. Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the hot roasted potatoes and give them a final toss.
Serve immediately as a delicious and heart-healthy side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1071 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.3 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2413 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.0 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 3945 mg | 84% | |
*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.
