Roasted Potato Halves Recipe
Roasted potato halves are a simple yet delicious side dish that everyone will enjoy. Perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these potatoes require only three basic ingredients. With minimal prep and hands-off cooking time, they’re an easy addition to any meal!
Servings: 6
Calories: 189kcal
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Cookie sheet
- Aluminum foil
- Measuring spoon
Ingredients
- 6 medium potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Potatoes: Wash potatoes thoroughly if keeping the skin on. Peel if preferred.
- Slice and Coat: Cut each potato in half lengthwise and place them in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss with your hands to ensure even coating.
- Prepare the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange and Cover: Place potato halves cut side up on the prepared sheet in a single layer. Cover the potatoes with foil.
- Initial Bake: Bake in the oven for 20 minutes, covered.
- Uncover and Continue Baking: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
- Broil for Crispiness: Change the oven setting to “Broil” and cook for 5 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Season and Serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and enjoy!
Notes
- Choose potatoes with thin skin if you prefer to leave the skin on for added texture.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or halved depending on your serving needs.
Nutrition
Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 398mg | Potassium: 888mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg