Description
Crispy rosemary roasted potatoes bring Mediterranean comfort straight to your dinner table. Fragrant herbs and golden edges create a simple side dish that elevates any meal with classic European charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) baby potatoes (red, Yukon gold, or a mix), halved or quartered
Herbs and Aromatics:
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning and Oils:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Carefully wash and cube the potatoes into consistent, bite-sized chunks to ensure uniform roasting and crispy exteriors.
- Drizzle the potato cubes with fragrant olive oil, ensuring each piece receives an even coating of golden liquid.
- Mince fresh rosemary leaves and crush garlic cloves, releasing their aromatic essential oils directly onto the potato mixture.
- Generously season the potatoes with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, tossing thoroughly to distribute the seasonings evenly.
- Transfer the seasoned potato cubes onto a rimmed baking sheet, arranging them in a single layer without overcrowding to promote maximum caramelization.
- Slide the baking sheet into a preheated oven set at 425°F, positioning the rack in the middle for consistent heat circulation.
- Roast the potatoes for approximately 35-40 minutes, using tongs to carefully flip them halfway through cooking to achieve a golden, crispy exterior on all sides.
- Verify doneness by piercing a potato cube with a fork – it should slide in smoothly with slight resistance and display a rich, bronzed color.
- Remove from the oven and let the potatoes rest for 2-3 minutes to allow residual heat to complete the cooking process.
- Garnish with additional fresh rosemary sprigs and a delicate sprinkle of flaky sea salt before serving hot as a delectable side dish.
Notes
- Achieve crispy exteriors by ensuring potatoes are thoroughly dried before seasoning to prevent steaming instead of roasting.
- Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for the best texture and even browning.
- Adjust cooking time based on potato size, checking for golden-brown edges and tender interiors.
- Experiment with additional herbs like thyme or oregano to customize flavor profile while maintaining the classic rosemary essence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg