Description
Authentic Greek Potatoes are a traditional Mediterranean side dish featuring golden, crispy-on-the-outside and tender-on-the-inside potatoes roasted with fresh lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. This easy-to-make recipe combines simple pantry ingredients to deliver bold, vibrant flavors and perfect texture, making it an ideal accompaniment for meats, seafood, or salads.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or baby potatoes, peeled or unpeeled
Marinade
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1–2 lemons)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Roasting Liquid
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth / water for vegan option)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Start by peeling the potatoes if you prefer, though leaving the skin on adds texture and nutrition. Cut them into uniform chunks, roughly 1 to 1.5 inches, so they cook evenly. Rinse under cold water and pat dry to remove excess starch, which helps crisping.
- Mix the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk these ingredients thoroughly to create a well-blended marinade that will coat every potato piece beautifully.
- Coat the Potatoes: Add the prepared potatoes to the marinade and toss them gently ensuring each piece is generously covered. This step is essential for locking in the flavors that make these Authentic Greek Potatoes so memorable.
- Roast with Broth: Transfer the potatoes to a roasting pan or baking dish and pour chicken broth (or vegetable broth/water) into the bottom. This liquid will keep the potatoes moist and create a flavorful base as they cook low and slow in the oven.
- Roast Until Tender and Crispy: Roast the potatoes at around 400°F (200°C) for about 45 minutes to an hour, turning occasionally. Once golden brown and fork-tender, they’re ready to serve—crispy on the outside with that signature soft interior.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice to brighten and balance the olive oil richness perfectly.
- Don’t skip the broth; it infuses potatoes with deeper flavor and keeps them moist during roasting.
- Turn potatoes often to ensure even browning and crisp edges all around.
- Let the potatoes rest for 5 minutes before serving to enhance their texture.
- Choose starchy or waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for a creamy inside and crispy outside.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Greek potatoes, roasted potatoes, lemon garlic potatoes, Mediterranean side dish, oven roasted potatoes, authentic Greek recipe