Oven Roasted Potatoes (Weight Watchers Friendly)
🕒 Total Time: 50 min
🍽️ Servings: 4
💰 Cost: Economical
Ingredients
- 800g potatoes (preferably firm, waxy varieties like Yukon Gold or red potatoes)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme or herbs de Provence
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Wash potatoes thoroughly (leave skin on for texture) and cut into quarters.
- In a large bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic, onion (if using), paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Arrange potato quarters upright in a circular pattern in an oven-safe dish.
- Place rosemary sprigs on top and drizzle with a few drops of olive oil.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, basting halfway with pan juices, until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot alongside grilled meat, fish, or a fresh salad.
Tips: For a Weight Watchers-friendly version, use minimal olive oil and pair with lean proteins or veggies to keep points low. Check WW app for exact point calculations based on your plan.
Enjoy this simple, flavorful side dish! 🥔
