Herbed Garlic New Potatoes
Celebrate the deliciousness of new potatoes with this vibrant Herbed Garlic New Potatoes recipe. Perfectly tender small red potatoes are enhanced with fragrant garlic and fresh parsley, offering a delightful balance of flavors. The potato skins, stripped for visual appeal, add a pop of color to your plate. Serve these potatoes warm, optionally topped with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese for an extra touch of richness. This dish is not only quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight dinners, but it's also visually striking enough to impress guests at gatherings or festive meals.
4
Servings
50
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
small red potatoes
12 (scrubbed and pared)
garlic cloves
4 (minced)
fresh parsley
2 tablespoons (chopped)
lite olive oil
3 teaspoons (divided)
salt
to taste
black pepper
to taste
Instructions
1
Begin by scrubbing the small red potatoes under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
2
Using a sharp knife, carefully pare a 3/4" strip around the center of each potato for a striking color contrast when cooked.
3
In a large saucepan, place the prepared potatoes and cover them with water. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
4
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Allow the potatoes to simmer gently for about 20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
5
Drain the potatoes thoroughly and transfer them to a mixing bowl. Drizzle 2 teaspoons of lite olive oil over the hot potatoes and toss gently to coat.
6
In a non-stick frying pan, heat the remaining 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for approximately 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
7
Add the chopped parsley, along with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
8
Add the coated potatoes to the frying pan, reduce the heat to low, and toss gently to coat the potatoes in the garlic and parsley mixture. Stir constantly for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
9
Transfer the herbed garlic new potatoes to a serving dish and serve warm. Optionally, sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese just before serving.
Nutrition Information
2g
Fat
7.5g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Herbed Garlic New Potatoes?
Herbed Garlic New Potatoes is a dish featuring tender small red potatoes enhanced with fragrant garlic and fresh parsley.
How many calories are in a serving of these potatoes?
There are 50 calories per serving.
What type of potatoes are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 12 small red potatoes.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
How long do the potatoes need to boil?
The potatoes should simmer for about 20 minutes until they are fork-tender.
Why is a strip pared around the center of each potato?
A 3/4 inch strip is pared around the center to create a striking color contrast for visual appeal.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 2 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
Each serving contains 7.5 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein does this dish provide?
The dish provides 1 gram of protein per serving.
How much garlic is required for this recipe?
The recipe requires 4 minced garlic cloves.
What kind of oil is used for the potatoes?
The recipe uses 3 teaspoons of lite olive oil, divided.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this recipe is vegetarian.
What herb is used to season the potatoes?
Fresh parsley is used for seasoning.
How much parsley is needed?
You need 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.
Can I add cheese to this recipe?
Yes, you can optionally sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the potatoes before serving.
How do I prepare the potatoes before cooking?
Scrub the potatoes under running water, pat them dry, and pare a strip around the center.
What is the first step in cooking the potatoes?
Place the prepared potatoes in a large saucepan and cover them with water.
At what temperature should the water be brought to a boil?
Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
How should the garlic be cooked?
The minced garlic should be sautéed in lite olive oil for approximately 1 minute until fragrant.
What heat setting is used for sautéing the garlic?
The garlic is sautéed over medium heat.
How much oil is tossed with the boiled potatoes?
Two teaspoons of lite olive oil are drizzled over the hot potatoes after they are drained.
How long are the potatoes tossed in the frying pan?
The potatoes are tossed in the garlic and parsley mixture for 1 to 2 minutes.
What equipment is recommended for sautéing?
A non-stick frying pan is recommended for sautéing the garlic and potatoes.
Are these potatoes served warm or cold?
The herbed garlic new potatoes should be served warm.
What other seasonings are added?
Salt and black pepper are added to taste.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is described as a quick and easy recipe perfect for weeknight dinners.
Should the saucepan be covered during simmering?
Yes, cover the saucepan after reducing the heat to low.
How many teaspoons of oil are used for sautéing the garlic?
One teaspoon of lite olive oil is used to sauté the garlic.
Can this dish be served at gatherings?
Yes, its striking visual appeal makes it suitable for festive meals or gatherings.
What is the preparation method for the garlic?
The garlic cloves should be minced before being sautéed.