Mediterranean Diet Grilled Potatoes
Elevate your side dish game with Mediterranean Diet Grilled Potatoes, a wholesome and flavorful creation that combines simplicity with bold, aromatic ingredients. Featuring small potatoes like fingerling or new potatoes, this recipe highlights heart-healthy extra-virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, rosemary, thyme, and a burst of bright lemon juice for irresistible Mediterranean zest. The potatoes are tossed in a vibrant herb marinade and grilled to golden perfection, creating delightfully crispy exteriors and tender interiors. Ideal for outdoor cookouts or easy weeknight dinners, these grilled potatoes pair beautifully with your favorite grilled meats or plant-based dishes. Garnished with fresh parsley, they’re sure to steal the spotlight on any table. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe delivers savory satisfaction while sticking to the principles of the Mediterranean diet.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds small potatoes (such as fingerling or new potatoes)
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly. Cut them into halves or quarters, depending on their size, aiming for uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well mixed.
Add the potato pieces to the bowl and toss them until they are evenly coated with the oil and herb mixture.
Using a grill basket or skewers, arrange the potatoes in a single, even layer. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from falling through the grill grates.
Place the potatoes on the preheated grill. Cover and cook for about 20-25 minutes, turning them every 5 minutes or so, until the potatoes are tender and have a nice char on the outside.
Remove the grilled potatoes from the grill and transfer them to a serving dish.
Sprinkle chopped parsley over the potatoes for garnish if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1088 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.7 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2419 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.9 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 19.3 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3960 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.
