Description
Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, these Simple Crispy Greek Lemon Potatoes are the ultimate Mediterranean side dish. Roasted to perfection in olive oil, garlic, oregano, and bright lemon juice, this easy recipe makes a flavorful addition to any meal. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, healthy snacks, or an easy recipe for guests, these golden potatoes bring bold taste with minimal effort. A fantastic choice for weeknight meals, holiday feasts, or fresh food ideas straight from the Mediterranean!
Ingredients
2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup vegetable broth or water
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan.
2. Cut the potatoes into thick wedges, about 6–8 per potato.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and broth.
4. Toss the potatoes in the marinade until fully coated.
5. Arrange potatoes in a single layer on the baking dish, cut side down.
6. Roast for 40 minutes, then baste with pan juices and flip each wedge.
7. Increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and roast for another 15–20 minutes until crispy.
8. Sprinkle with sea salt and serve hot with lemon wedges.
Notes
Be sure not to overcrowd the pan; use two pans if needed to ensure crispiness.
Fresh lemon juice and real garlic make a huge difference—don’t substitute if you can avoid it.
For extra crunch, broil the potatoes for the last 2–3 minutes, keeping a close eye on them.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: crispy potatoes, lemon potatoes, Greek side dish, easy recipe, dinner ideas