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Oven Roasted Rosemary Potatoes

Published: Apr 9, 2020 · Modified: May 26, 2023 by Bowl Me Over · 18 Comments

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Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, Oven Roasted Rosemary Potatoes is the best side dish! It's easier to make than you think and will be a family favorite. You will make it again and again!

Next time be sure to try the sweet potatoes wedges recipe - it's such a great side dish!

Roasted potatoes on white plate with lemon and rosemary.
Oven Roasted Rosemary Potatoes - A simple side dish, full of flavor!

Diced Potatoes with Rosemary and Lemon

Though Dan is a big fan of sweet potatoes, these oven roasted potatoes are my favorite spud side dish, hands down! In times like this when supplies are scarce and just the basics are available, you need a great side dish for dinner that everyone will love.

Don't you agree? YES! I knew it! Today I'm going to share with you my secret to perfectly roasted potatoes.

Come closer.... let me whisper my secret in your ear... Are you ready? Here's the secret, a hot, hot oven at a high heat!

Yes, it's really that simple! Roasting quickly at a super high heat makes the taters caramelized and golden brown on the outside while staying soft and fluffy on the inside!

Crispy browned potatoes
Diced potatoes roasted until crispy!

Shopping list for side dish

Oven Roasted Rosemary Potatoes is an easy side dish and one of our favorites! In addition to being simple to make, it uses everyday ingredients. No need to make a special trip to the store, you probably have everything on hand!

All you need are spuds, a few springs of rosemary, canola, vegetable or olive oil, salt and pepper!

What are the best potatoes to use?

Actually you can use any variety of spuds for this recipe. That's why it's perfect, especially right now. High starch like a russet will work great. As will red or yellow potatoes.

No need to go to the store, use what you have on hand.

What oil is best for roasting potatoes?

The best oil for roasting at a high temperatures is canola or vegetable oil. Both have a higher smoke point and are more suited for this recipe. Having said that I've used olive oil and that worked just fine.

Can I substitute ingredients?

Yes, use what you have on-hand. Red, fingerlings or Yukon Gold - doesn't matter. You can even use sweet potatoes, YUM!!!

No fresh rosemary? That's ok too, you can use dried or substitute with Italian seasoning.

Fresh lemon is best, though I've also used fresh squeezed lime.

Can this dish be made ahead?

Dicing the spuds ahead of time doesn't work. The will turn brown once they have been sliced and exploded to air too long.

Though you can dice them and put them in water to keep them from browning, it's hard to remove all of the moisture prior to roasting. They basically steam and won't caramelize.

It's best to quickly dice them just prior to adding the oil, lemons and herbs.

steps to roast diced potatoes
Start by dicing, then sprinkle with oil and season.

Steps to make Oven Roasted Rosemary Potatoes

This recipe makes three to four servings - if you're serving more people, just adjust the recipe accordingly.

  1. Scrub the taters well. Dice them uniformly and place in a plastic sealable bag or deep bowl.
  2. Add the oil, fresh squeezed lemon, chopped rosemary, salt and pepper.
  3. Mix all of the ingredients together. Marinade for 30 minutes.
  4. Then spread them on a roasting pan sprayed with non-stick coating.
  5. Roast for 30 minutes, mixing once halfway through.

Wa-la! Oven Roasted Rosemary Potatoes - Perfectly roasted every time! Don't they look yummy? So tasty and so much better than take out!

Oven Roasted Rosemary Potatoes on white plate with fork.
Oven Roasted Rosemary Potatoes is a great side dish, made with simple ingredients.

Oven Roasted Rosemary Potatoes with Lemon

Like I said earlier, this side makes two to three servings, just depends on how good you are at sharing! 😋

More potato recipes

  • I haven't met a spud I didn't like! My recipe for breakfast potatoes is perfect if you're serving a crowd.
  • Pressure Cooker Baked Potatoes - fluffy and tender every time!
  • Or for a switch try roasting radishes with the potatoes,
  • Smashed potatoes - these crispy, buttery bites are amazing.
  • If a casserole is what you're looking for, be sure to try the Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole. This easy recipe is delicious!

Roasting vegetables really enhances the flavor because of all that delicious caramelization! What is your favorite way to enjoy roasted vegetables?

Potatoes on plate with fork.
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Rosemary Lemon Roasted Potatoes

Rosemary Lemon Roasted Potatoes - roasting the potatoes enhances the flavor because of the caramelization and tastes 100 times better than frozen!
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Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Total Time35 minutes mins
Course: Vegetables and Side Dish
Cuisine: American #Vegan #Vegetarian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 156kcal
Author: Deb Clark
Cost: $5
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Equipment

  • sheet pan

Ingredients

  • 2 large russet potatoes
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon rosemary minced
  • 1-2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • nonstick cooking spray

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Instructions

  • Scrub and clean the potatoes thoroughly. Dice them into a one inch dice and place them in a plastic sealable bag.
  • Mince the rosemary.
  • Add the olive oil, fresh squeezed lemon, chopped rosemary, salt and pepper to the potatoes in the plastic bag. Using your hands, mix everything together thoroughly. Place the potatoes in the refrigerator for 30 minutes
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with non-stick coating. Place the potatoes on the sheet spreading into one even layer.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, remove from oven and flip the potatoes. Return to the oven for another 10 minutes or until the potatoes are lightly brown and crispy. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, spray the sheet pan with non-stick cooking spray then spread the potatoes in a single layer. Crowding the potatoes will result in them steaming as opposed to caramelizing and getting that tasty brown crust!
The lemon can overpower the flavor if left on too long. Marinating more than 2 hours can make the potatoes bitter.  

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 591mg | Potassium: 807mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 2mg
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First Published: May 1, 2017 Last Updated: April 9, 2020

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Comments

  1. Jennifer Stewart

    June 08, 2020 at 5:57 am

    5 stars
    These turned out so crispy! Thank goodness I have a rosemary plant on the front porch because I am making this recipe a few more times this week!!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      June 08, 2020 at 6:04 am

      Potatoes are such an easy side dish and almost everyone loves them. Glad you guys did too!!

      Reply
  2. The Food Hunter

    May 12, 2017 at 10:28 am

    I love finding new potato recipes like this one

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 12, 2017 at 4:32 pm

      The lemon is just simple but adds the right amount of flavor. Thank you for stopping by Theresa!!

      Reply
  3. Sandra

    May 10, 2017 at 7:42 pm

    5 stars
    I can just imagine the smell of rosemarywhile these potatoes are cooking. Delish! Love that this is made for 2-3. Perfect for me and the hubs!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 10, 2017 at 8:20 pm

      Exactly Sandra, it's just the two of us and it's nice to have some recipes for couples! 🙂

      Reply
  4. [email protected]

    May 10, 2017 at 2:41 pm

    Rosemary and potatoes are a match made in heaven and I love your addition of lemon too.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 10, 2017 at 8:20 pm

      The lemon definitely makes it, thanks Janette!!

      Reply
  5. Kavey

    May 06, 2017 at 10:53 am

    I love rosemary roasted potatoes but haven't added lemon before, sounds delicious. Great tip!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 06, 2017 at 3:43 pm

      I really like the added flavor of the lemon, it really brightens it up. I hope you give it a try, so yummy!!

      Reply
  6. Dahn

    May 06, 2017 at 10:16 am

    5 stars
    this really is the perfect side dish, fast, easy, and full of flavor. Rosemary and lemon are full of flavor

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 06, 2017 at 3:43 pm

      Yes, love those bright Mediterranean flavors Dahn - so delish!!

      Reply
  7. Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes

    May 06, 2017 at 3:06 am

    Wow, I've never tried this technique with potatoes. It's almost like you're marinating them. That would be such a useful trick for entertaining, since you can essentially do all the work ahead.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 06, 2017 at 6:28 am

      Yes, that's it Katie - marinating the potatoes gives them just a bit of flavor and they are so yummy!! It would be a delicious side for entertaining!

      Reply
  8. Jacqueline Meldrum

    May 06, 2017 at 2:13 am

    5 stars
    Those look and sound really good. I should really do more with my potatoes than just mash or bake them and then roast them at Christmas.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 06, 2017 at 6:28 am

      I hope you give this method a try Jacqueline, these potatoes are so tasty!

      Reply
  9. Liza

    May 02, 2017 at 12:27 am

    5 stars
    I love this recipe! These potatoes look delicious, and best of all - they're baked! (which is of course, low-calorie and healthy!) I'm so making them! 🙂

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 02, 2017 at 4:45 pm

      Wonderful!! Your family will love them Liza - they are so good, even better than fries (but shhh! Don't tell the kids or they will eat them all! 🙂 )

      Reply

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