Heart-Healthy Simple Baked Red Potatoes
Elevate your side dishes with these Heart-Healthy Simple Baked Red Potatoes, a vibrant and nutritious recipe perfect for enhancing any meal. Featuring tender, bite-sized red potatoes roasted to perfection, this dish combines the wholesome goodness of extra virgin olive oil with aromatic seasonings like garlic powder, rosemary, and thyme for a burst of flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare in just 10 minutes of prep and 35 minutes of baking, these crispy yet fluffy potatoes are low in saturated fat and high in taste, making them a fantastic guilt-free option. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, these baked potatoes pair beautifully with everything from grilled chicken to vegetable medleys. Perfect for health-conscious eaters, this recipe is a delicious and simple choice for your next family dinner or potluck.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds small red potatoes
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and dry the red potatoes thoroughly. Cut the potatoes into quarters, ensuring that all pieces are approximately the same size for even cooking.
In a large bowl, toss the potato pieces with the extra virgin olive oil, making sure each piece is well coated.
Sprinkle the garlic powder, dried rosemary, dried thyme, ground black pepper, and salt over the potatoes. Toss again to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat it with non-stick cooking spray. Spread the seasoned potatoes out in a single layer on the sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. Stir the potatoes halfway through the cooking time for even browning.
Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Before serving, sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired to add a touch of color and freshness.
Serve warm as a heart-healthy side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
893 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 684 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.3 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.0 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 113 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 4185 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.
