Vegan Lemon Roasted Potatoes

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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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.

How about a generous sprinkle of this easy vegan parmesan?

A bright dash of smokey paprika and fresh chives.

Or simple potato wedges with ketchup!

🥕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.

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.

🥕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.

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

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!

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)
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (one large lemon)
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil - EVOO
• ½ teaspoon coarse sea salt
• Fresh herbs of your choice (optional)

Be sure to check out the complete recipe below

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