Air Fryer Lemon Potatoes, greek

Our mini Air Fryer Lemon Potatoes (greek-style) are absolutely and what home cooking is all about. These are all the flavors that we love in a potato dish, so if you ever come over for lunch this is exactly what we would serve on the table. This recipe couldn’t be easier and uses only just a few ingredients.

What stands out

Air Fryer Lemon Potatoes are a snap to make and deliver big on flavor. Because the mini potatoes are boiled quickly first, they’re so soft and tender inside. We love using our air-fryer for these so they get crispy without using a lot of oil and we don’t have to turn on our oven. The tang from the lemon juice makes these seriously addictive and we love topping them with some salty feta as well, but that’s optional.

How to Prepare

In a pot on the stove, boil the baby potatoes with the skin on for 10 minutes or until fork tender.

Then drain them and place them on a flat surface.

Using a potato masher or a glass, gently press each one down.

Next, gently toss in a bowl with olive oil, spices and freshly squeezed lemon juice.

Air fry at 400F (200C) for 6 to 8 minutes until crispy.

Brush them with some extra lemon juice and then sprinkle on some feta cheese and parsley.

Kitchen tip

You can bake these potatoes in the oven instead of the air fryer. Bake at 425F (220C) for 20 minutes or until golden and crispy

Swaps

1. For an even more lemony flavor, use the zest of a lemon as well.
2. Garnish with parsley, chopped chives or rosemary.
3. You can use regular potatoes in this Air Fryer Lemon Potatoes recipe but cut them into smaller pieces to ensure they cook evenly and fit in your air fryer.
4. Instead of oregano, you can also use dried herbs such as rosemary, thyme, or spices such as paprika or garlic powder.
5. Add additional toppings such as grated cheese, bacon bits or a dollop of sour cream.

Serve it with

• Serve these crispy potatoes with our creamy and Tzatziki Recipe.
• Serve these as a side dish with any grilled main dish, such as Teriyaki Salmon SkewersGreek Chicken Gyros or The Best Carne Asada (Flat-Iron Steak).

Questions

Can we use regular potatoes instead of baby potatoes?

Yes, you can use regular potatoes in this recipe but cut them into smaller pieces to ensure they cook evenly and fit in your air fryer or baking tray.

strong How do we know when the potatoes are fork-tender after boiling?

The potatoes are fork-tender when a fork can easily pierce through the center of the potato without much resistance.

strong Can we prepare the se air fryer lemon potatoes strong ahead of time?

Yes, you can boil and smash the potatoes ahead of time. Store them in the refrigerator and air fry or bake them when ready to serve.

strong Can we use a different seasoning instead of oregano?

Yes, you can use any seasoning you like, such as rosemary, thyme, paprika, or garlic powder.

Which air fryer do you use?

We love our mark COSORI Pro II Air Fryer Oven Combo! The recipe time and temperature vary by appliance, so please keep an eye on the potatoes as they cook.

strong Can we add other toppings?

Yes, you can add toppings such as grated cheese, bacon bits, chives, or a dollop of sour cream.

Can we bake these lemon potatoes in the oven instead of air fryer?

You can bake these potatoes in the oven instead of the air fryer. Bake at 425F (220C) for 20 minutes or until golden and crispy.

Ingredients

Makes 2 servings

• 1 bag baby potatoes, 500 grams
• 2 teaspoons salt
• dry oregano, to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 lemon, juiced
• parsley and/or feta, for garnish

Equipment

• Medium Pot
• Nakiri Knife
• Cutting Board
• Air Fryer
• Pastry Brush
• Measuring Cups + Spoons

Method

1. Boil the baby potatoes with the skin on for 10 minutes or until fork tender. Drain them and place them on a flat surface.
2. Gently press each one down with a potato masher or anything you have on hand. Next, toss them gently in a bowl olive oil, salt, dry oregano and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
3. Air fry at 400F (200C) for 6 to 8 minutes until crispy. If baking, bake at 425F (220C) for 20 minutes or until crispy.
4. Brush them with some extra lemon juice and we personally love topping them off with feta but it’s optional. Parsley for garnish is up to you.