Description
Crispy Greek roasted potatoes deliver Mediterranean magic straight from classic Greek kitchens to your dinner table. Rich olive oil, zesty lemon, and fragrant herbs create a simple side dish that whisks you to sunny Greece with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2.5 pounds (1.13 kilograms) Yukon Gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
Liquid Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) olive oil
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version)
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) water
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional, for color)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup (30 grams) crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coating a large baking vessel with protective oil spray to prevent sticking.
- Craft a flavor-rich marinade by combining olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, fragrant thyme, salt, ground pepper, and smoky paprika in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Introduce potato wedges into the seasoning mixture, ensuring each piece is thoroughly and evenly coated with the aromatic herb blend.
- Carefully arrange the seasoned potato wedges in a single, organized layer within the prepared baking dish, allowing adequate spacing between pieces for optimal roasting.
- Enhance moisture and tenderness by gently pouring a combination of rich chicken broth and water over the potato arrangement, which will infuse additional depth of flavor during cooking.
- Place the potato-filled dish into the preheated oven and roast for 40 minutes, using a spatula to rotate and flip the wedges midway through cooking to promote uniform browning.
- Elevate the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and continue roasting for an additional 15-20 minutes, watching for a golden, crispy exterior that signals perfect doneness.
- Remove from oven and embellish with freshly chopped parsley and optional crumbled feta cheese for a classic Greek presentation.
- Serve immediately alongside creamy tzatziki, succulent grilled chicken, or tender lamb for a complete Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Notes
- Choose starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the crispiest exterior and fluffiest interior.
- Pat potato wedges completely dry before seasoning to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent steaming.
- Arrange potatoes with space between them on the baking sheet to allow proper air circulation and even browning.
- Swap chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version or use water with extra herbs for deeper flavor.
- Adjust cooking time based on potato size; smaller wedges will cook faster and might burn if not monitored carefully.
- For a dairy-free option, skip the feta cheese or replace with nutritional yeast for a similar savory flavor profile.
- Add red pepper flakes for extra heat or sprinkle with za’atar seasoning for a Middle Eastern twist.
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup and to prevent potatoes from sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg