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**Crispy Roasted Potatoes with Broccoli and Lemon Garlic Dressing: A Flavorful, Healthy Side Dish**
### Why You’ll Love Crispy Roasted Potatoes with Broccoli and Lemon Garlic Dressing
– **Crispy and Tender**: The potatoes are roasted to golden perfection, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, creating the ideal texture.
– **Fresh and Vibrant**: The broccoli adds a burst of color and freshness, complementing the roasted potatoes with a bit of crunch and nutrition.
– **Zesty and Flavorful Dressing**: The lemon garlic dressing adds a tangy, savory note that ties all the ingredients together, elevating the entire dish.
– **Healthy and Nutritious**: This dish is loaded with vegetables and packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it a nutritious addition to any meal.
For this recipe, you’ll need just a few simple ingredients, many of which you probably already have in your pantry:
– **4 medium-sized potatoes** (Yukon Gold or red potatoes work best)
– **2 cups fresh broccoli florets** (you can also use frozen broccoli, but fresh works best for texture)
– **2 tablespoons olive oil** (plus extra for drizzling)
– **1 teaspoon dried oregano** (optional for extra flavor)
– **Salt and pepper** (to taste)
– **1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice**
– **2 cloves garlic**, minced
– **1 teaspoon Dijon mustard** (for a subtle tang)
– **1 tablespoon honey** (for a touch of sweetness, optional)
– **1 tablespoon water** (to adjust the dressing consistency)
– **Fresh parsley or cilantro** (for garnish, optional)
#### Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Potatoes
Preheat your oven to **425°F (220°C)**. While the oven is heating, wash and peel the **potatoes** (if preferred), and then cut them into bite-sized cubes or wedges. The key to crispy potatoes is making sure they’re evenly sized, so they cook uniformly.
#### Step 2: Roast the Potatoes
Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet, ensuring they have enough space to crisp up. Bake in the preheated oven for about **25-30 minutes**, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy. Halfway through the cooking time, flip the potatoes to ensure they cook evenly on all sides.
If you prefer to roast the broccoli for added flavor and crispness, you can toss the florets in a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast them on a separate baking sheet for about **10-15 minutes** until they’re slightly charred and crispy.
Step 4: Make the Lemon Garlic Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the **lemon juice**, **minced garlic**, **Dijon mustard**, **honey** (if using), and a bit of **salt** and **pepper**. Add a tablespoon of **water** to adjust the consistency if needed. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more lemon juice for tang or honey for sweetness.