Lemon Garlic Buttered Potatoes
Brighten up your dinner table with these vibrant Lemon Garlic Buttered Potatoes—a side dish that's as comforting as it is zesty. This recipe features tender baby potatoes tossed in a luscious sauce made with melted butter, fragrant garlic, fresh lemon zest, and a squeeze of tangy lemon juice. A touch of olive oil enhances the silky texture, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and herbaceous flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a 20-minute cook time, these potatoes are a quick and easy addition to any meal, whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a weeknight staple. Perfectly seasoned and gleaming with citrusy goodness, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups water
Instructions
Wash and scrub the baby potatoes thoroughly. Cut larger potatoes in half to ensure all pieces are of a similar size.
In a large pot, combine the potatoes, water, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the lemon garlic butter sauce. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to combine the flavors.
Add the cooked potatoes to the skillet and gently toss them in the lemon garlic butter sauce to coat evenly.
Drizzle the olive oil over the potatoes and stir gently. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the potatoes to absorb the flavors.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the potatoes. Toss lightly to distribute.
Transfer the potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with additional parsley or a pinch of lemon zest, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1068 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.2 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.2 g | 151% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 2433 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.5 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 3020 mg | 64% | |
*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.
