Mediterranean Diet Smoky Potatoes
Transform your weeknight dinners with these Mediterranean Diet Smoky Potatoes, a perfect side dish that's packed with bold flavors and vibrant, healthy ingredients. Featuring tender baby potatoes coated in extra virgin olive oil, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, this recipe brings a delightful smoky essence balanced with the bright zest of lemon. Roasted to golden perfection, the potatoes are finished with a sprinkling of fresh rosemary and parsley for an irresistible Mediterranean flair. Ready in just 40 minutes, these smoky potatoes are not only easy to prepare but also vegetarian, naturally gluten-free, and ideal for those following a Mediterranean lifestyle. Serve them alongside your favorite grilled proteins or enjoy them as a hearty snack—either way, every bite is a burst of savory goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams baby potatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Wash and scrub the baby potatoes thoroughly. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
Cut the potatoes in half to ensure even cooking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, lemon zest, and black pepper.
Add the halved potatoes to the bowl and toss well until they are evenly coated with the oil and spice mixture.
Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and lightly crisped on the edges. Stir them halfway through the roasting time to ensure even cooking.
Once cooked, remove the tray from the oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped rosemary and parsley.
Transfer the potatoes to a serving dish and serve immediately, enjoying the smoky, aromatic flavor blend.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
763 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.7 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2395 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.5 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2280 mg | 49% | |
*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.
