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Lemon Potatoes

Lemon Potatoes on a plate
Makes: 4 Servings
Cook Time: 45 minutes

Potatoes are cut and coated with a blend of lemon juice, garlic, and oil and then baked until flaky and golden brown. Brush potatoes with remaining lemon mixture and serve warm.

Ingredients

  • 3 medium potatoes
  • 1 lemon, juiced (about 1/4 cup)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

  1. Heat the oven to 375 °F.
  2. Combine lemon juice, garlic clove, and oil. Set aside 1 tablespoon.
  3. Peel the potatoes and cut into 1-inch pieces.
  4. Pour the lemon juice mixture in a casserole dish or small baking pan to coat the bottom of the dish.
  5. Place the potatoes in the baking dish and coat with the lemon juice mixture.
  6. Bake about 30 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
  7. After removing from the oven, brush the remaining lemon juice mixture on the potatoes. Serve warm.

Notes

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Source:

USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 207
Total Fat 7 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 8 mg
Carbohydrates 33 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 3 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 3 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 9 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 602 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 207
Total Fat 7 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3 g
Linoleic Acid 3 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.3 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 33 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 3 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 3 g
Minerals
Calcium 9 mg
Potassium 602 mg
Sodium 8 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 39 mg
Phosphorus 77 mg
Selenium 1 mg
Zinc 0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 0 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.5 mg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg
Vitamin C 24 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 8 mcg
Folate 16 mcg
Thiamin 0.2 mg
Riboflavin 0.0 mg
Niacin 2 mg
Choline 23 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1 cups
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