There's no better way to dress up the humble spud than to smother it with bright, happy flavors that do a happy little dance on your tongue. No surprises then that these garlic and herb roasted fingerling potatoes are an everyweek dish in our home, and one we never can have enough of.
I have a few herbs growing in my vegetable garden right now, and making these potatoes gives me a chance to use them. Thyme, rosemary and sage all go in here with some garlic, lime, salt, and some glorious fat.
Glorious fat-- did I say that? Now there's an f-word if there ever was one, hated in general and even more so -- for some reason -- by us vegans. Some organizations that promote vegan health have added to the fat phobia by promoting foods devoid of fats, sometimes going so far as to shun naturally fatty but healthy vegetables like olives and avocados and any added fats whatsoever.
But despite the plethora of fat-free vegan foods in stores and on the internet (and I've posted a few oil-free recipes myself) the truth, as research increasingly shows us, is that including some healthy fat in your diet is a good thing because it reduces the glycemic index of carb-rich foods (which even whole grains tend to be). Better, some fats actually help you burn fat.
So I've been a little bolder about sploshing the coconut oil, avocado oil, and olive oil into the saucepan, and I must say that I'm making some surprising discoveries: for one, I enjoy the food more and I feel fuller faster. I've even lost some stubborn inches that I put on after going vegan (I am not one of those vegans who loses weight without trying, and I certainly do not eat junk food all day).
There are two tablespoons of olive oil in this recipe, and they help the potatoes roast to a beautiful, mellow golden-brown while keeping the herbs and the garlic from burning. Sprinkle on some fresh herbs before serving for an extra hit of freshness. You can serve these garlic and herb roasted fingerling potatoes with just about anything, but they'd be really perfect as a side with one of these veggie burgers.
Try these potato recipes next
- Sweet and Sour Potatoes
- Vegan Scalloped Hasselback Potatoes
- Healthy vegan potato skins
- Masala Smashed Potatoes
- Bombay Potatoes
Garlic and Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1 pound fingerling potatoes cut in half lengthwise, use baby potatoes if you can't find the fingerlings
- 2 tablespoon fresh herbs like sage rosemary and thyme, finely minced
- 5 cloves of garlic crushed through a garlic press or very finely minced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Juice and zest of one lime
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon of the same fresh herbs for garnish finely minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit
- In a small bowl, mix the herbs, garlic, pepper, lime juice, oil and salt. Set aside for 15-30 minutes.
- Place the fingerling potatoes in a bowl and toss with the herb--garlic-oil mixture, coating the potatoes evenly,
- Spread the potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer. I used a 12-inch cast iron skillet so I could take the potatoes from the oven to the table for easy but pretty presentation.
- Roast the potatoes for 30-35 minutes or until the cut sides are golden-brown and the potatoes are tender. About halfway through baking, stir the potatoes once with a ladle.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle on the herbs and the lime zest, and serve hot.
Rhonda Kesten
I just made your garlic herb fingerling potatoes. Fabulous!!! I think the secret ingredient is the lime, it brightens the flavor. Thank you!!!
N
Love potatoes !! I'm a vegan for ethical reasons, and well, olive oil comes from plants... So why not 😉
Jennifer Arent
I cannot wait to make these! They look delicious! And I totally agree with you on the plant oils. They help me feel fuller, too. I tried being a no-oil vegan, but I was always so unsatisfied. Now, like you, a tablespoon of EVOO to sauté or roast with is the norm for me.
Thanks for all you do! Your hard work is appreciated and your photos are beautiful!
Vaishali
Thanks, Jennifer. 🙂
Ruth Eisenbud
Nice and simple, with one of my favorite herbs for potatoes: rosemary.... My other favorite way to eat potatoes is with methi.
Vaishali
Methi and potatoes are an awesome combination -- one of my favorites too. 🙂