Heart-Healthy Papas Fritas
Satisfy your cravings for crispy, golden fries with a health-conscious twist in this recipe for Heart-Healthy Papas Fritas! Made with perfectly seasoned, oven-baked Russet potatoes, this dish swaps traditional deep-frying for a lighter approach involving olive oil and aromatic spices like garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. With just 45 minutes from prep to plate, these guilt-free fries boast all the crunch you love without the excess fat, making them perfect for a nutritious snack or side dish. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, these oven-baked fries are as wholesome as they are flavorful—a surefire hit for health-savvy food enthusiasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch thick sticks, similar to traditional fries.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the potatoes are evenly coated.
Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure that they are not overlapping to help them cook evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, flipping the fries halfway through cooking to ensure they are crispy on all sides.
Once the fries are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the oven.
Transfer the fries to a serving platter, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, and let them cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy these heart-healthy papas fritas as a delicious side dish or snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
945 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1283 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.5 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 21.1 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 4000 mg | 85% | |
*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.
