Zip and Steam Red Potatoes with Butter and Garlic
Transform your weeknight side dish game with these quick and flavorful Zip and Steam Red Potatoes with Butter and Garlic. This delightful recipe uses a microwave steam bag to cook tender red potatoes in just 10 minutes, locking in their natural flavors and nutrients. Seasoned with a fragrant blend of minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper, and finished with a drizzle of melted butter and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is as simple as it is delicious. Perfect for busy nights or effortless entertaining, these buttery, garlicky potatoes make a versatile side that pairs beautifully with anything from roasted chicken to grilled vegetables. Ready in under 20 minutes, this recipe proves that convenience and gourmet flavor can go hand in hand!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound red potatoes
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
Wash the red potatoes thoroughly and cut them into bite-sized pieces, leaving the skin on.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Place the potato pieces into a large microwave-safe steam bag (commonly labeled as Zip and Steam).
Add the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper into the bag. Seal the bag and shake it gently to coat the potatoes evenly in the seasoning.
Open the bag slightly according to the manufacturer's instructions to allow steam to escape.
Microwave the bag on high for 8-10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl.
Chop the fresh parsley finely.
Carefully open the steam bag (be cautious of the hot steam) and transfer the cooked potatoes to a serving bowl.
Drizzle the melted butter over the potatoes and sprinkle the chopped parsley on top.
Toss everything gently to combine and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
679 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.7 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1212 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.3 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1969 mg | 42% | |
*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.
