Lemon Potato Wedges Crispy (Printable)

Golden wedges brightened with zesty lemon and fresh herbs, oven crisped for a flavorful side dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 2.5 pounds russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed and cut into wedges

→ Marinade

02 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
03 - Zest of 1 lemon
04 - Juice of 1 lemon
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
08 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ To Finish

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
11 - Additional lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest and juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Add potato wedges to the bowl, tossing thoroughly to ensure even coating with the marinade.
04 - Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, placing cut sides down for optimal crispiness.
05 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wedges are golden brown and crisp at the edges.
06 - Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're crispy on the outside and tender inside without a trace of greasiness.
  • The lemon and herbs make them taste restaurant-quality but take barely any real effort.
  • They work as a side to almost anything, or honestly just eaten warm straight from the pan.
02 -
  • If you've ever made soggy wedges, it's because the potatoes released moisture—soak them in cold water for 30 minutes before marinating and dry them completely.
  • Cutting them to roughly the same thickness changes everything; uneven wedges cook unevenly and some end up overcooked while others stay soft.
03 -
  • Don't rinse the potatoes after cutting if you want maximum crispiness; a light starch coating helps them brown deeper.
  • If your oven runs cool, bump the temperature up by 10 degrees and keep an eye on them starting at the 25-minute mark.

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