If you're a lover of the Mediterranean diet, you'll love Greek potato wedges. The lemon-y potatoes, roasted with dried and fresh herbs are so delicious and are a perfect accompaniment to all Greek foods.
Course:
Side Dishes
Cuisine:
Greek
Keyword:
Vegetarian, Quick and Easy
Servings: 4
Calories: 189 kcal
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3
russet potatoes
scrubbed and cut into long wedges
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2
tablespoons
olive oil
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zest and juice of half a lemon
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1
teaspoon
dried oregano
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1
teaspoons
finely chopped fresh rosemary
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salt and freshly ground black pepper
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fresh oregano leaves
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Pre-heat the oven to 425ºF.
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Bring a large saucepan or stockpot of water to a boil. Season the water well with salt and blanch the potato wedges in the seasoned water for about 4 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return them to the saucepan to steam dry for a minute or two.
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Add the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, rosemary, salt and freshly ground black pepper to the saucepan and toss the wedges gently.
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Transfer the potatoes to a baking sheet and bake at 425ºF for 30 to 40 minutes, tossing the potatoes halfway through the cooking time.
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When the potatoes are nicely browned, transfer the potatoes to a serving platter and sprinkle the lemon zest and fresh oregano on top.
Nutrition Facts
Greek Potato Wedges - Oven Version
Amount Per Serving
Calories 189
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 8mg0%
Potassium 673mg19%
Carbohydrates 29g10%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 11IU0%
Vitamin C 9mg11%
Calcium 29mg3%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.