Description
A fast, crispy, and flavorful weeknight side dish featuring russet potatoes roasted with garlic, fresh herbs, lemon zest, and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds Russet potatoes (about 1.4 kg), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 6–8 cloves garlic, minced (about 3 tablespoons)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup mixed fresh herbs, chopped (rosemary and thyme)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated (about 50g)
- 1 medium lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil.
- Wash potatoes and cut into uniform 1-inch cubes. Place in a large mixing bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil over potatoes. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, minced garlic, and chopped herbs. Toss vigorously until every cube is coated. Add more oil if needed.
- Spread potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet, ensuring they are not crowded. Roast for 15 minutes.
- Remove pan from oven and flip potatoes to ensure even browning. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and lemon zest over the top.
- Return to oven and roast for another 15 minutes, or until potatoes are golden brown, crispy, and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the hot potatoes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the pan, as this causes steaming instead of roasting. Use fresh garlic and grate your own Parmesan for best results. Russet potatoes are preferred for their high starch content, which ensures a fluffy interior and crispy exterior. If using dried herbs, use 1 teaspoon per tablespoon of fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 320
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 8
Keywords: roasted potatoes, garlic potatoes, herb roasted potatoes, crispy potatoes, Parmesan potatoes, lemon potatoes, weeknight dinner, gluten-free side dish, easy dinner