Oven-Roasted Lemon and Pepper Potatoes
Oven-Roasted Lemon and Pepper Potatoes balance bright citrus with a gentle heat, creating tender wedges with crisp, golden edges. A splash of chicken broth infuses them with savory depth while oregano adds a fresh, aromatic finish. Serve this versatile side with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or as a flavorful addition to weeknight dinners and holiday spreads.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Oven-Roasted Lemon and Pepper Potatoes, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 54
- Heart Health
- 64
- Metabolic
- 19
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 25
- Performance
- 45
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C).
- 2
Trim the long edges from the russet potatoes so they sit flat. Slice them in half lengthwise and rinse them in a bowl of cold water to wash off excess starch. Pat dry with paper towels. Season well with black pepper, cayenne, and salt.
- 3
Coat the bottom of a large baking dish with olive oil. Place the potatoes in the dish, seasoned sides facing down. Brush the tops with more olive oil; season with pepper, cayenne, and salt.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove and carefully flip the potatoes over. Let them rest for 10 minutes.
- 5
Meanwhile, mix the broth with the lemon zest and juice. Pour the mixture over the potatoes. Scrape the zest off the tops of the potatoes back into the broth. Tuck oregano sprigs between the potatoes. Season with pepper. Gently shake the dish to slosh the sauce back and forth.
- 6
Return the potatoes to the oven and roast for 15 minutes. Flip again; continue roasting until very soft and creamy inside and crusty outside, 10 to 15 minutes more. Flip once more to serve. Drizzle more olive oil on top; sprinkle with pepper and more oregano.
- Calories 140.88 kcal Moderate 7%
- Protein 3.02 g Low Source 6%
- Carbohydrate 19.02 g 7%
- Total Fat 6.71 g Moderate 9%
- Saturated Fat 1.01 g Moderate 5%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 2.37 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 117.16 mg Moderate 5%
- Dietary Fiber 1.79 g Low Source 6%
- Total Sugars 0.91 g --
- Added Sugars 0.01 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 18.61 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.87 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 453.13 mg Low Source 10%
- Vitamin A 5.3 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 11.11 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
About This Recipe
Oven Roasted Lemon and Pepper Potatoes is made with 9 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 55 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Broth, and Fresh Oregano. Each serving provides about 140.88 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Oven-Roasted Lemon and Pepper Potatoes made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Broth, Fresh Oregano, Lemon. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Oven-Roasted Lemon and Pepper Potatoes?
- About 55 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 140.88 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Oven-Roasted Lemon and Pepper Potatoes easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Oven-Roasted Lemon and Pepper Potatoes healthy?
- Oven-Roasted Lemon and Pepper Potatoes has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 140.88 calories and 3.02 g of protein, or 6% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 117.16 mg (5% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.01 g (5% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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