Lemon Greek Potatoes: The Best Easy Side Dish for Every Meal
Lemon Greek Potatoes are a delightful side dish that combines the zest of lemon with aromatic herbs, making it the perfect complement to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 lemons (zested and juiced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and halve the baby potatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the halved potatoes in the mixture until they are well coated.
- Spread the potatoes out on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until golden brown and tender.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the potatoes marinate in the lemon mixture for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- These potatoes pair well with grilled meats and seafood.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Lemon Greek Potatoes, Side Dish, Easy Recipe