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Greek Lemon Potatoes

Greek Lemon Potatoes: Crispy-Tender Flavor Explosion

These Greek Lemon Potatoes are a crispy-tender side dish bursting with vibrant flavors, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yellow Potatoes (Yukon Gold) Best for their buttery texture
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Extra virgin for authentic taste
  • 2 medium Fresh Lemons Juiced
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Broth
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or Vegetable Broth Use chicken for richer taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Avoid fresh for longer cooking
  • to taste teaspoon Salt Adjust to preference
  • to taste teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley For garnish
  • Tzatziki Sauce Optional for serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, juice from 2 lemons, minced garlic, and broth. Add oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cut the potatoes into wedges and place them in a baking dish. Pour the lemon and broth mixture over the potatoes, ensuring they are coated.
  4. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  5. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, basting with pan juices every 10 minutes until crispy.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm, optionally with tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure uniform cuts for even cooking. Covering the dish initially helps steam the potatoes, and basting enhances browning.

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