Mediterranean Diet Crispy Baked Wedge Potatoes
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with Mediterranean Diet Crispy Baked Wedge Potatoes—a healthier twist on comfort food classics! These oven-baked potato wedges are perfectly seasoned with aromatic herbs like oregano, thyme, and paprika, elevated by a zesty hint of lemon. The secret lies in using extra virgin olive oil to achieve a golden, irresistibly crispy texture while keeping things light and nourishing, true to the Mediterranean lifestyle. With their skin-on preparation for added nutrients and a quick bake time, these potatoes make a deliciously wholesome side dish or snack. Whether paired with a vibrant salad or served solo, these crispy wedges are sure to become a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Thoroughly wash and scrub the russet potatoes. Leave the skins on for added texture and nutrients.
Cut each potato in half lengthwise and then cut each half into 4 wedges. You should end up with 8 wedges per potato.
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, dried oregano, dried thyme, garlic powder, paprika, and lemon zest.
Add the potato wedges to the bowl and toss until all wedges are evenly coated with the oil and herb mixture.
Arrange the potato wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart to allow even cooking and crispiness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until the potato wedges are golden brown and crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside. Flip the wedges halfway through the baking time for even cooking.
Once done, remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the crispy baked wedge potatoes as a delightful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.3 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2495 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 267.9 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 35.4 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 6799 mg | 145% | |
*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.
