Authentic Greek Lemon Potatoes (Printable)

Oven-roasted lemon potatoes with garlic, oregano and olive oil; crisp edges, tender centers for Mediterranean meals.

# What you'll need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 2.5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into large wedges

→ Marinade

02 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
03 - 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
04 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 cup vegetable broth
06 - 1 tablespoon dried oregano
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Finish

09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
10 - Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

# How to make it:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - In a large baking dish, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, vegetable broth, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until fully incorporated.
03 - Add the potato wedges to the baking dish and toss thoroughly to coat with the marinade. Arrange the potatoes in a single layer for even roasting.
04 - Roast, uncovered, for 40 minutes. Baste the potato wedges with the pan juices once during this stage.
05 - Raise oven temperature to 425°F. Gently turn the potatoes and roast for an additional 30 to 35 minutes until golden, crisped at the edges, and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
06 - Transfer potatoes to a serving platter. Scatter chopped parsley over the top and serve hot, with lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This method gives you pillowy insides and perfectly crisp golden edges—no frying required.
  • The marinade’s brightness and irresistible aroma will have everyone sneaking ‘just one more potato’ as soon as they cool.
02 -
  • Crowding the potatoes guarantees a softer, steamed result—use a big enough pan to let them crisp up properly.
  • That step where you spoon the pan juices in the middle? Don’t skip it, or you’ll miss those punchy, concentrated flavors in every bite.
03 -
  • If your potatoes aren’t browning, shift the dish up one rack level for a final five minutes.
  • Let the potatoes rest a few minutes before serving so the flavors set and the outsides stay crisp.

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