Herb-Infused Roast Potatoes with Garlic and Thyme
Crisp-tender potatoes roasted with garlic and fresh thyme, delivering a golden crust and aromatic flavor. This Irish-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs russet potato, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes russet potato
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Step 2: Toss cubed potatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Spread potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 4: Roast for 25 minutes, then flip potatoes with a spatula and continue roasting for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crisp on all sides.
- Step 5: Check for doneness by piercing a potato cube; it should be tender with a crispy exterior.







