Crispy Greek Lemon Potatoes Recipe

Crispy Greek Lemon Potatoes Recipe combines Yukon Gold potatoes, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and olive oil for crispy roasted Greek-style potatoes. They work well for Greek side dishes, crispy potato recipes, and Mediterranean dinners. The potatoes stay soft inside while the lemon and garlic create crisp, flavorful edges during roasting.

If you like this Greek side dish, you may also love our Fasolakia or our Crispy Greek Fries Recipe.

Why We Love This Recipe

• Crispy Edges: Achieve perfectly crispy edges while keeping the inside tender. Just like this Mediterranean Crispy Smashed Potato Salad!
• Simple Ingredients: Uses basic pantry staples like olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic.
• Quick Preparation: Ready in just an hour, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
• Versatile Side Dish: Pairs well with a variety of main dishes, from Greek Style Lemon Chicken with Roasted Potatoes to Lemon Garlic Baked Halibut.

Key Ingredients

• Yukon Gold Potatoes: These potatoes are perfect for roasting because they have a creamy texture and hold their shape well.
• Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds a bright, tangy flavor. Love fresh lemon flavor? Try our Instant Pot Recipe for Avgolemono Soup.
• Garlic Cloves: Fresh garlic provides a robust, aromatic taste.
• Olive Oil: Use extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor and crispiness.
• Dried Oregano: Adds a classic Mediterranean herb flavor.
• Cavender's Greek Seasoning: A blend of spices that enhances the Greek flavor.
• Chicken Broth (Optional): Adds depth of flavor and helps keep the potatoes moist.
• Kosher Salt and Black Pepper: Essential seasonings to taste.

A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.

Substitutions & Variations

• Yukon Gold Potatoes: You can use Russet or Maris Piper potatoes for a similar texture.
• Chicken Broth: Vegetable broth or even water can be used if you prefer a vegetarian version.
• Dried Oregano: Fresh oregano or thyme can be substituted for a different herb flavor.

How to Make Crispy Greek Lemon Potatoes

STEP ONE: Prepare the Potatoes

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and cut the Yukon gold potatoes into large wedges. Place the potato wedges in a pot of salted boiling water and parboil for 5-7 minutes. Drain and let them cool slightly.

STEP TWO: Make the Marinade

In a large mixing bowl, combine the juice of 3 ½ lemons and zest of one lemon, chopped garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, Cavender's Greek Seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Taste the marinade and adjust the seasoning if needed.

STEP THREE: Marinate the Potatoes

Add the slightly cooled potatoes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes if possible.

STEP FOUR: Roast the Potatoes

Transfer the potatoes and marinade to a large baking dish or roasting pan, spreading them out in a single layer. Add ½ cup of chicken or vegetable broth if desired.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, stirring halfway through.

For the last 10 minutes, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) to help the potatoes crisp up. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Add the remaining half of the lemon as garnish.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. This dish is not freezer-friendly. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes or in an air fryer for 5-7 minutes to maintain crispiness.

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Crispy Greek Lemon Potatoes Recipe

Jami Powell

Crispy Greek Lemon Potatoes Recipe combines Yukon Gold potatoes, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and olive oil for crispy roasted Greek-style potatoes. They work well for Greek side dishes, crispy potato recipes, and Mediterranean dinners. The potatoes stay soft inside while the lemon and garlic create crisp, flavorful edges during roasting.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

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Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

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Course Side Dish

Cuisine Greek

Servings 6

Calories 396 kcal

Equipment

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  Large Mixing Bowl
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  Large Pot
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  Baking Dish or Roasting Pan
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  Oven
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  Spatula

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 6 medium Yukon gold potatoes
• ▢ 4 medium lemons juice and zest
• ▢ 8 large cloves of garlic chopped
• ▢ ¾ cup olive oil
• ▢ 2 tablespoons dried oregano
• ▢ ½ teaspoon Cavender's Greek Seasoning
• ▢ 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
• ▢ ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
• ▢ ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth optional
• ▢ 2 sprigs thyme (garnish)

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and cut the Yukon Gold Potatoes into large wedges.
• Place the potato wedges in a pot of salted boiling water and parboil for 5-7 minutes. Drain and let them cool slightly.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the juice of 3 ½ lemons, zest of one lemon, chopped garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, Cavender's Greek Seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
• Taste the marinade. It should be tangy, flavorful, and well-seasoned. If it tastes under-seasoned, add more salt (¼ teaspoon at a time) until it reaches your desired level of saltiness.
• Add the slightly cooled potatoes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, if possible.
• Transfer the potatoes and marinade to a large baking dish or roasting pan, spreading them out in a single layer. Add ½ cup of chicken or vegetable broth if desired.
• Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, stirring halfway through. For the last 10 minutes, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) to help the potatoes crisp up.
• Once done, remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve warm as a delicious side dish. Add remaining lemon juice and thyme as garnish.

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Notes

Cooking Notes

Parboiling the potatoes before roasting helps improve texture and reduces overall roasting time. Spreading the potatoes into a single layer allows them to crisp more evenly in the oven.

Tips for Best Results:

• Parboil the potatoes before marinating.
• Let the potatoes sit in the lemon mixture if time allows.
• Roast in a single layer for better browning.
• Increase the oven temperature near the end for crispier edges.

How to Know It’s Ready:

The potatoes should look deeply golden around the edges while staying soft and tender inside.

Nutrition

Calories: 396kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 5gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 0.4mgSodium: 473mgPotassium: 830mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 63mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

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