Oven-Roasted Lemon Pepper Baby Potatoes

Ingredients

- 2 pounds baby yellow potatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 1 whole lemon, juiced and zested

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). This high temperature is crucial to ensure a crispy exterior.

2. Prepare Potatoes: Wash and dry the baby yellow potatoes thoroughly. Cut each potato in half for more even cooking and to maximize their deliciously crispy surface.

3. Season Potatoes: In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved potatoes, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and fresh ground pepper. Toss the potatoes until they are evenly coated with the seasoning.

4. Add Lemon Zest: Zest the lemon using a fine grater or microplane, ensuring you only zest the yellow part. Add the zest to the potatoes and toss once more for an even distribution of flavor.

5. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. This helps prevent sticking and ensures easy cleanup.

6. Roast: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the potatoes for 25 minutes. Shake the baking sheet halfway through to allow the potatoes to cook evenly on all sides.

7. Add Lemon Juice: After 25 minutes, remove the potatoes from the oven and drizzle them with the juice of the lemon. Toss gently to combine, then return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.

8. Final Check and Serve: Once the potatoes are golden and crispy, remove from the oven. Allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving as a delightful snack.

Total Time

PT40M
40 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Roasted potatoes, lemon potatoes, crispy potatoes, oven-roasted, snack, lemon zest, easy snack, potato recipe, lemon pepper, baked potatoes

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Approximately 560 calories for the entire dish

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