Smashed Fried Lemon Potatoes

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Smashed Fried Lemon Potatoes

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These smashed fried lemon potatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. With a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, these potatoes are full of flavor and have a bright, citrusy kick from the lemon. The fresh herbs add an extra layer of freshness, making these potatoes truly special. This recipe is vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, so it's a great option for anyone with dietary restrictions. The potatoes are first boiled and then smashed and fried, resulting in a unique texture that's sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The garlic adds a nice depth of flavor, while the olive oil and red wine vinegar bring everything together. Don't forget to sprinkle some sea salt on top for that extra touch of flavor. These potatoes are also a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium. The glycemic index and load are moderate, making them a better option than regular fried potatoes. So, if you're looking for a new and exciting way to prepare potatoes, give this recipe a try! Your taste buds will thank you.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pound fingerling potatoes (24 oz. bag)
  • tablespoon parsley fresh italian chopped
  • teaspoon rosemary leaves fresh chopped
  • teaspoon thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove peeled
  •  juice of lemon 
  •  lemon zest 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • teaspoon red wine vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot
  • spatula

Directions

  1. In a large pot of salted water place the well-scrubbed potatoes. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
  2. Drain the potatoes and rinse with cold water. Using the palm, or the back of a large spatula, press the potatoes until slightly mashed.In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium high heat.
  3. Add the garlic and cook until slightly brown.
  4. Remove and toss.
  5. Add the potatoes and cook without stirring for about 5 to 10 minutes, the bottoms need to be a nice golden brown color. Using a spatula or cooking thongs, turn and cook another 5 to 8 minutes.
  6. Transfer to a plate.In a bowl mix together the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, rosemary, parsley, thyme, vinegar and sea salt.
  7. Add the potatoes and coat them well gently.

Nutrition Facts

Calories199kcal
Protein7.13%
Fat31.77%
Carbs61.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.69
Glycemic Load
21.93
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
10.538695652174%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Apigenin
2.17mg
Luteolin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
1.38mg
Myricetin
0.17mg
Quercetin
1.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:198.58kcal
9.93%
Fat:7.2g
11.08%
Saturated Fat:1.02g
6.37%
Carbohydrates:31.16g
10.39%
Net Carbohydrates:27.1g
9.86%
Sugar:1.6g
1.78%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:302.16mg
13.14%
Protein:3.64g
7.28%
Vitamin C:40.96mg
49.64%
Vitamin B6:0.53mg
26.46%
Vitamin K:23.87µg
22.73%
Potassium:741.62mg
21.19%
Fiber:4.06g
16.25%
Manganese:0.3mg
14.9%
Magnesium:41.55mg
10.39%
Phosphorus:101.26mg
10.13%
Copper:0.2mg
9.77%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.53%
Vitamin B3:1.84mg
9.19%
Iron:1.57mg
8.71%
Folate:30.73µg
7.68%
Vitamin E:1.05mg
6.99%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.33%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.63%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.6%
Calcium:29.4mg
2.94%
Vitamin A:113.46IU
2.27%
Selenium:0.74µg
1.06%
Source:Foodista