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Lemon Potatoes

Lemon Potatoes

73 Ratings
73 Ratings
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Lemon Potatoes on a plate
Makes: 4 Servings
Total Cost: $$$$
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 of lemon juice)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons oil (olive, canola, vegetable)

Directions

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

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Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/2-3/4 cup
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 188
Total Fat 7 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 10 mg
Carbohydrates 29 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 3 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 22 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 694 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 188
Total Fat 7 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 5 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 29 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 3 g
Minerals
Calcium 22 mg
Potassium 694 mg
Sodium 10 mg
Copper 179 mcg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 38 mg
Phosphorus 93 mg
Selenium 1 mcg
Zinc 0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 0 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.5 mg
Vitamin B12 0 mcg
Vitamin C 39 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 16 mcg
Folate 28 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 2 mg
Choline 20 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 3/4 cups
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