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Vegan Lemon Roasted Potatoes

July 23, 2020 by Connie Edwards McGaughy Leave a Comment

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Vegan Lemon Roasted Potatoes 🌱 A simply delicious, healthy & easy recipe for preparing the tastiest lemony potato wedges to enjoy with sauces, dips, vegan cheese or all on their own! GF

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A couple weeks ago, I bought a bag of organic purple and gold fingerling potatoes. I decided to roast them in the oven. I also whipped together a batch of my favorite avocado basil oil-free dressing to drizzle over the potatoes when they were done. They were fantastic. We devoured them in minutes.

bowl of rainbow potatoes

A few days ago I wanted to make them again. I couldn’t find the fingerling potatoes at the grocery store, but I did find these super cute tri-color or rainbow baby potatoes, so I used them instead. This time I decided to serve them with a variety of toppings. Delish!

Easy Vegan Lemon Roasted Potatoes

My favorite everyday recipes are the ones that are quick & easy and allow the flexibility to adjust ingredients & switch things up when I’m in the mood to try something different. This is one of those recipes. With just a few basic ingredients, you can prepare these beautifully roasted potato wedges and add any extras you have on hand.

Like fresh rosemary or thyme.

Lemon roasted potatoes close up

How about a generous sprinkle of this easy vegan parmesan?

lemon roasted potatoes with vegan parmesan

A bright dash of smokey paprika and fresh chives.

Or simple potato wedges with ketchup!

lemon roasted potato wedges
red, yukon gold and purple potato wedges in a bowl

🥕NOTE: This recipe can be prepared with any variety of petite or baby potatoes, not just rainbow or multi-colored.

ARE POTATOES HEALTHY?

Yes they are! Potatoes are rich in complex carbohydrates, which our bodies require as a fuel source. They also provide many vitamins, minerals and fiber. On their own, they’re low in calories, but are also very satisfying, which makes them a great choice if you’re trying to lose weight (just don’t load on lots of oils or fats).

Are Colorful Potatoes Healthier than Others?

According to an article in livestrong.com “The kind of potatoes that may be the healthiest are those with darker-colored flesh, such as the Purple Viking, Yukon Gold and Ruby Crescent.” The article goes on to say that these colorful varieties of potatoes contain pigments – carotenoids and flavonoids – which protect cells from oxidative damage.

This article in healthline.com discusses 7 surprising benefits of purple potatoes. Not only are they gorgeous to look at and super tasty to eat, they’re also loaded with antioxidants and other healthful nutrients.

red potatoes

HOW TO STORE POTATOES

Isn’t it annoying when you’re in the mood to cook a potato only to discover all of your taters have either turned green or have grown sprouts? Have you ever had that happen only days after you bought them? I know how frustrating that is, and have some tips to help you keep your potatoes fresh until you’re ready to use them.

🥕TATER TIP #1 Always store potatoes in a dark, cool, well ventilated place. A pantry or cabinet is a good location, as long as it is not near an oven or heat source. It’s why farmers can store potatoes for weeks inside root cellars. Wonder why potatoes turn green? Exposure to light promotes chlorophyll, which is great for houseplants, but not spuds.

🥕TATER TIP #2 Keep potatoes in a ventilated basket or mesh bag. Never store them in the plastic bag from the store. I love re-useable mesh produce bags. They’re perfect for storing potatoes, onions, and garlic. Plus they’re washable.

Reusable, machine-washable produce bags by Lotus Sustainables

🥕TATER TIP #3 Always remove and discard any potatoes that are green, sprouted, have soft spots, mold, or signs of damage.

🥕TATER TIP #4 Don’t wash potatoes until you’re ready to use them. Keep em’ dry.

HOW TO CLEAN POTATOES

I always buy organic potatoes. Most produce that’s not grown organically is sprayed with pesticides and the soil is often treated with fungicides. For root vegetables, like potatoes, all those toxic chemicals end up in or on the produce. No thank you. Even though many fruits & veggies are “washed” before being packaged and displayed in grocery stores, organically grown fruits and veggies – including potatoes – should still be thoroughly washed before consuming.

  • washed potatoes in colander and vegetable brush

For potatoes, you will want to wash them just prior to cooking (not before). The easiest method is to use a vegetable brush and scrub the skins in a circular motion under running water.

How to Roast Potatoes

rainbow potatoes ready to be roasted

This recipe is so simple and easy you won’t believe it. Once you make a batch of these vegan lemon roasted potatoes, I know you’ll be making them part of your go-to cooking repertoire!

lemon roasted potatoes on baking sheet

Here’s what you’ll need to prepare this easy & delicious vegan recipe!

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Strainer or colander
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoons
  • Citrus juicer
  • Kitchen knife
  • Cutting board
  • Tongs
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper (for easier clean-up)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs small or baby potatoes (any type – they don’t need to be rainbow or tri-color)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (one large lemon)
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil – EVOO
  • 1/2 tsp coarse sea salt
  • Fresh herbs of your choice (optional)

Be sure to check out the complete recipe below

  • Thoroughly wash & drain potatoes.
  • Cut into quarters lengthwise.
  • Combine lemon juice & EVOO. Pour over potatoes & toss.
  • Arrange wedges on parchment lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with sea salt.
  • Bake at 400º for approx. 30 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

That was easy!

Enjoy lemon roasted potatoes with these easy & delicious vegan toppings!

  • Easy Vegan Parmesan Cheese
  • Vegan Avocado Basil Dressing
  • Best Vegan Tzatziki Sauce
  • Easy Vegan Cheese Sauce

very vegan 🌱 very good

vegan lemon roasted potatoes

Vegan Lemon Roasted Potatoes

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 35kcal
Author: Connie 🥕
Vegan Lemon Roasted Potatoes 🌱 A simply delicious, healthy & super easy recipe to prepare the best potato wedges. With just 4 basic ingredients you'll have perfectly roasted & toasty lemony potatoes to enjoy with sauces, dips, vegan cheese or all on their own! GF
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Equipment

  • large bowl
  • large strainer or colander
  • Citrus juicer
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoons
  • kitchen knife
  • Cutting board
  • Tongs
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper – for easier cleanup

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs potatoes small/baby potatoes – any variety
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice one large lemon
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt coarse
  • 1 Tbsp fresh herbs chopped – your choice

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°
  • Wash potatoes (do not peel) and air dry in a colander or strainer
  • Slice & quarter potatoes lengthwise into wedges
  • Place potato wedges into large bowl
  • Whisk together lemon and olive oil in measuring cup
  • Pour mixture over potatoes and toss
  • Line baking sheet with parchment
  • Arrange potato wedges on baking sheet (reserve leftover lemon/oil for later)
  • Sprinkle wedges with sea salt and herbs, if desired.
  • Place in preheated 400° oven for 15 minutes
  • Remove from oven. Use tongs to flip potatoes over. Sprinkle or baste with remaining lemon/oil. Continue baking for additional 10-15 minutes.
  • Potato wedges are ready to be removed from oven when they are tender and golden brown.
  • Serve hot with sauces, dips or toppings of your choice. Enjoy!

Notes

🥕This recipe can be prepared with any variety of mini, petite or baby potatoes – red, gold, purple, or white. 
🥕Try using a variety of fresh herbs either before or after the potatoes are roasted. My favorites with potatoes are rosemary, basil, chives, thyme, or dill. If you prefer to keep the herbs bright color and full-flavor, add them after the potatoes are baked. 
🥕I love serving these with an assortment of toppings. Here are some of the ones I use the most:
  • Easy Vegan Parmesan Cheese
  • Vegan Avocado Basil Dressing
  • Best Vegan Tzatziki Sauce
  • Easy Vegan Cheese Sauce
  • Good old fashioned ketchup
  • Sprinkled with extra salt & vinegar (British style!)
 

Nutrition

Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 291mg | Potassium: 16mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 80IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Iron: 1mg
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