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Grilled Potatoes Recipe

Grilled Potatoes Recipe

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These easy grilled potatoes are a flavorful, crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for cookouts or weeknight dinners. Thick potato wedges are briefly boiled, then tossed in a zesty, herb-infused marinade before being finished on the grill for crispy, golden edges and tender interiors, all bursting with fresh lemon and rosemary flavor.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings as a side dish

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 56 large Idaho or russet potatoes, cut into wedges

For Boiling

  • Water, for boiling
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Marinade

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (reserve for after grilling)

Instructions

  1. Pre-boil the Potatoes: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and stir to dissolve. Add the potato wedges and cook until just al dente, about 10 minutes; the potatoes should be fork-tender but not falling apart. Drain well and let them cool slightly so they are easier to handle.
  2. Prepare the Marinade: While potatoes cool, in a large bowl, whisk together the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and chopped rosemary. Reserve the parsley for finishing later.
  3. Marinate the Potatoes: Add the drained potato wedges to the bowl with the marinade. Toss gently to ensure each wedge is well-coated with the herbs and oil mixture. Let sit for a few minutes while you heat the grill.
  4. Grill the Potatoes: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high and lightly oil the grates or pan. Arrange the potato wedges in a single layer. Grill for about 5 minutes per side, flipping once, until golden brown and crisp on the outside.
  5. Toss and Serve: Add the chopped parsley to the remaining marinade in the bowl. When grilled potatoes are done, immediately toss them in the herb mixture to coat. Serve right away while crispy and warm.

Notes

  • Don’t overcook the potatoes during boiling—just until al dente. They’ll continue to cook on the grill.
  • For extra flavor, let potatoes marinate for up to 30 minutes before grilling.
  • Yukon Gold potatoes also work well in this recipe.
  • You can add other fresh herbs like thyme or oregano as desired.
  • To make ahead: Boil and marinate potatoes up to a day in advance, then grill when ready to serve.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side-dishes
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 415 kcal
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 613mg
  • Fat: 27g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 24g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg