Crispy Spiced Potato Wedges with a Garlic Yogurt Dip

Mashed, roasted, or fried, potatoes always hit the spot! Oftentimes people assume that potatoes aren’t a super nutritious food but you might be surprised to learn that spuds are a nutrient-dense vegetable. They are rich in antioxidants like vitamin C and other important nutrients like potassium and vitamin B6! These crispy spiced potato wedges have got to be one of our new favourite recipes. They are incredibly flavourful and perfectly crispy. Plus we created a perfect, easy-to-make dipping sauce to go with them!!

Ingredients:

Potato Wedges

• 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges

• Hot water

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp pepper

Dip

• 2 cloves of garlic, peeled

• 1 tsp olive oil

• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp honey

• pinch of salt

Method:

Potato Wedges

1. Preheat oven to 400 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Place the sliced wedges into a large bowl and top with hot water. Let the wedges sit for 10 minutes in the water.

3. Drain the potatoes and pat dry with a clean dish towel or paper towel.

4. Add the potatoes to a large bowl and add the olive oil and spices. Mix well.

5. Spread the wedges evenly over the baking sheet. Bake for 40 minutes, flipping halfway.

Dip

1. Line a small baking tray with aluminum foil. Add the garlic cloves to the foil and drizzle with olive oil. Wrap the aluminum foil over the garlic.

2. Add the garlic to the oven with the potatoes and bake for 10-15 minutes, until soft and golden brown.

3. Use a fork to mash the roasted garlic.

4. To a small bowl, add all the ingredients including the mashed garlic and mix well.

5. Enjoy the crispy spiced potato wedges with the garlic yogurt dip.

ENJOY