Get ready to transform ordinary vegetables into a mouthwatering side dish that will have everyone asking for seconds! These roasted potatoes and peppers are not just a simple recipe – they're a culinary adventure that combines crispy textures, bold flavors, and restaurant-quality results right from your home oven. Whether you're a busy home cook or a weekend kitchen warrior, this foolproof recipe will elevate your meal from mundane to magnificent with just a few simple ingredients and easy techniques.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C), ensuring the rack is positioned in the middle of the oven for even heating.
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly under cold running water, then pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Dice the potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes, ensuring they are approximately uniform in size to promote even cooking.
- Wash the bell pepper and remove the seeds and stem, then dice into similar-sized pieces as the potatoes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced potatoes and bell peppers.
- Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables, then sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss the vegetables thoroughly to ensure they are evenly coated with oil and seasonings.
- Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on a large baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded to allow proper roasting.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 35-40 minutes, stirring once halfway through cooking.
- Remove from the oven when potatoes are golden brown and crispy on the edges, and peppers are slightly caramelized.
- Let the roasted vegetables rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow them to cool slightly and set their crispy exterior.
Tips
- Cut vegetables uniformly: Ensure all potato and pepper pieces are roughly the same size to guarantee even cooking and consistent crispiness.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet: Give your vegetables breathing room. Overcrowding leads to steaming instead of roasting, preventing that desirable golden-brown exterior.
- Use high-quality olive oil: A good olive oil makes a significant difference in flavor and helps achieve that perfect crispy texture.
- Season generously: Don't be shy with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. These seasonings are key to creating depth of flavor.
- Stir midway through cooking: This helps prevent sticking and ensures all sides of the vegetables get evenly roasted and crisp.
- Let them rest: Allowing the vegetables to rest for a few minutes after roasting helps them set their crispy exterior and makes serving easier.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 219kcal
Carbohydrates: 37g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
