Description
Greek-Style Lemon Potatoes With Garlic and Oregano are golden roasted potatoes bursting with bright lemon flavor, aromatic garlic, and earthy oregano. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender inside, this Mediterranean-inspired side dish is easy to prepare, versatile, and ideal for pairing with grilled meats, seafood, or vegetarian meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds medium-sized waxy potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes
Marinade
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1–2 lemons)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste (about 1 teaspoon)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon)
For parboiling
- 4 cups water or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Prep the Potatoes: Wash and peel the potatoes if desired, then cut them into even wedges or chunks to ensure uniform cooking and crispy edges.
- Mix the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and extra virgin olive oil to create a vibrant marinade.
- Parboil the Potatoes: Bring water or vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan. Add the potatoes and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until tender but still holding their shape. This step ensures a soft interior after roasting.
- Toss and Marinate: Drain the potatoes and immediately transfer them to the marinade bowl. Gently toss to coat every wedge thoroughly with the lemon, garlic, and oregano mixture.
- Roast to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread potatoes evenly on a parchment-lined or lightly greased baking sheet. Roast for 40 to 45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Final Touch: Once roasted, sprinkle the potatoes lightly with fresh oregano or parsley for extra freshness and color before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure even marinating and roasting.
- Don’t skip parboiling to achieve the perfect tender inside and crispy outside.
- Flip potatoes halfway through roasting for even caramelization.
- Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for best texture.
- Add fresh herbs at the end to preserve their bright flavor and appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Greek lemon potatoes, roasted potatoes, lemon garlic potatoes, oregano potatoes, Mediterranean side dish, vegan side dish, gluten free potatoes