Oven-Roasted Niçoise Potatoes with Anchovy and Olive Tapenade
Roasted baby potatoes tossed with a savory anchovy and olive tapenade, inspired by traditional Niçoise flavors, perfect as a side or appetizer. This french-inspired french ready in about 40 minutes pairs halved baby potatoes, extra virgin olive oil, salt 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
- 1 lb, halved baby potatoes
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup, pitted Niçoise olives
- 4 fillets anchovy fillets in oil
- 2 tbsp, drained capers
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1, minced garlic clove
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 lb halved baby potatoes with 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
- Step 2: While potatoes roast, combine 1/2 cup pitted Niçoise olives, 4 anchovy fillets, 2 tbsp drained capers, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves in a food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped but not pureed, scraping down sides as needed.
- Step 3: Remove potatoes from oven and transfer to a large bowl. Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil while hot and toss gently.
- Step 4: Add the anchovy and olive tapenade to the warm potatoes and toss until evenly coated, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
- Step 5: Serve warm or at room temperature as a flavorful side dish or part of a composed Niçoise-style meal.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Niçoise Potatoes with Anchovy and Olive Tapenade take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Oven-Roasted Niçoise Potatoes with Anchovy and Olive Tapenade?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep halved baby potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Niçoise Potatoes with Anchovy and Olive Tapenade?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Oven-Roasted Niçoise Potatoes with Anchovy and Olive Tapenade for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Oven-Roasted Niçoise Potatoes with Anchovy and Olive Tapenade?
French french like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
This was a hit with my family. The tapenade made the potatoes so flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Perfect for a weeknight dinner. The recipe was straightforward and the potatoes turned out golden.
- ★★★★☆
Loved the flavor combination! The anchovy and olive tapenade really elevated the potatoes.
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