Mediterranean Diet Oven Baked Potatoes
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Mediterranean Diet Oven Baked Potatoes! Featuring creamy Yukon Gold potatoes tossed in heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil, fragrant garlic, and a medley of fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme, this recipe bursts with rustic Mediterranean flavors. A hint of zesty lemon, a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes, and a touch of salt and black pepper create the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and subtly spicy notes. Baked to golden perfection in just 40 minutes, these potatoes are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and pair wonderfully with your favorite Mediterranean entrees. Perfect as a wholesome side dish or a savory snack, this recipe is quick, easy, and packed with nourishing, vibrant ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 1 medium Lemon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly under running water. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
Cut each potato into quarters, maintaining an even size to ensure uniform cooking.
Place the potato quarters in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with the extra virgin olive oil.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the bowl with the potatoes.
Remove the rosemary and thyme leaves from the sprigs and finely chop them. Add them to the potatoes.
Grate the zest of the lemon and squeeze its juice into the bowl.
Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes over the potato mixture.
Use your hands or a large spoon to toss the potatoes until they are evenly coated with the oil and seasoning.
Transfer the seasoned potatoes onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Arrange them in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap.
Place the baking sheet on the middle rack of the oven and bake for about 40 minutes, until the potatoes are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
Halfway through the baking time, flip the potatoes to ensure even browning.
Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm, as a side dish to your favorite Mediterranean meals, or enjoy them on their own as a delicious and healthy snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1006 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.8 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2420 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.7 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 18.3 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 3533 mg | 75% | |
*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.
