Mediterranean Diet Baked Honey Gold Bite Size Potatoes

Transform your side dish game with these irresistible Mediterranean Diet Baked Honey Gold Bite-Size Potatoes! Featuring tender, naturally buttery honey gold potatoes roasted to golden perfection, this recipe is infused with the vibrant flavors of dried oregano, thyme, and a zesty burst of fresh lemon juice. Coated in heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil and seasoned with a touch of garlic, sea salt, and ground black pepper, these potatoes are delightfully crispy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for added brightness, this quick and easy dish—ready in just 35 minutes—is perfect as a wholesome side for grilled proteins, a festive holiday spread, or a satisfying addition to your everyday Mediterranean-inspired meals. Healthy, flavorful, and oh-so-simple, these potatoes are a staple you’ll come back to time and time again!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds honey gold bite-size potatoes
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 medium lemon
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Thoroughly wash the potatoes, scrubbing off any dirt while leaving the skin on. Pat dry with a kitchen towel.

Step 3

Cut the potatoes in half and place them into a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Drizzle the olive oil over the potatoes, ensuring they are all evenly coated.

Step 5

Sprinkle the dried oregano, thyme, garlic powder, sea salt, and ground black pepper over the potatoes. Toss until the potatoes are well coated.

Step 6

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the seasoned potatoes out in a single layer, cut side down for optimal crispiness.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and fork-tender.

Step 8

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and squeeze the juice of a lemon over the hot potatoes.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a delicious side dish or part of a Mediterranean meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(797.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	896.3

Total Fat 42.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1216.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 6.2g
Protein 15.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 140.9mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 3031.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.0%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 53.7%