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Garlic Red Potatoes

Roasted Garlic Red Potatoes with garlic is a delicious side dish that is quick and easy to prepare. The potatoes are drizzled with olive oil and seasoned with garlic and fresh herbs. Perfect for a family dinner and a great recipe to feed a crowd.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword garlic roasted red potatoes, roasted red potatoes, roasted red potatoes in oven
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
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Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 147kcal
Author Eileen Kelly

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds small red potatoes Note 1
  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped if using dried herbs, 2 teaspoon parsley
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped if using dried herbs, 2 teaspoons thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • non-stick cooking spray

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F/205°C. Spray a large-rimmed baking sheet with non-stick spray. Set aside
  • Scrub the red baby potatoes to clean off any dirt. Use a paper towel to pat the potatoes dry. Cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
  • In a medium-size mixing bowl, whisk the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and thyme. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add in the red potatoes and coat the potatoes completely with the garlic herb mixture.
  • Spread the potatoes to lay evenly without touching on the prepared sheet pan. . Roast for about 45 minutes, turning the potatoes halfway through cooking. The potatoes should be browned and crispy on the exterior and have a fluffy soft interior.
    Check the potatoes by pricking with a fork after 45 minutes. The fork should easily go into the potatoes. If they need more time, check them again for doneness in 5 minutes.
  • Taste for seasoning, if needed, season again with salt and black pepper, to taste.
  • Ready to serve. Sprinkle more fresh herbs on the potatoes. They can be served on their own or with a favorite dipping sauce.

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Notes

Be sure to check the Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe. 
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in a covered airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days. 
Note 1: This recipe will work with all types of potatoes such as new potatoes and baby potatoes. Waxy potatoes work best for this recipe as they have a lower starch level. 
 
Be sure to check the Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 409mg | Potassium: 546mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 232IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg