Vegan Zesty Harissa Potatoes (Oven Roasted)

Front angle view on some oven baked harissa potatoes with lemon.

Vegan Zesty Harissa Potatoes (Oven Roasted)

These oven roasted harissa potatoes are so flavorful, easy to prepare and make for an amazing healthy potato side dish to pair with so many meals. Flavoring potatoes with harissa paste, lemon juice and garlic really brings a nice twist to a classic roasted potato recipe, we are obsessed! 100% vegan and versatile recipe.

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Total Time35

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: christmas, healthy, holidays, plant-based, potatoes, side dish, Vegan, vegetables, vegetarian

Servings: servings

Calories: 133kcal

Author: Jessica Laroche

Ingredients

1 pound baby potatoes sliced in half
oil spray (or about 1 tbsp olive oil)
pinch of salt and ground black pepper to taste
2-3 tbsp harissa paste see notes
1 clove of garlic crushed
½ lemon juiced
chives finely chopped, to serve
small handful fresh parsley finely chopped, to serve

Instructions

Pre-heat the oven to 400º. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Clean and pat dry the potatoes, then slice them in half. Transfer them to the prepared baking sheet and then spray some oil and sprinkle some salt and pepper over. Toss to combine, disperse them all over the baking sheet and then place in the preheated oven.
Bake for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, add the harissa paste, garlic and lemon juice to a medium bowl with a pinch of salt. If using a thicker harissa paste (often coming from a tube), then you can also add a little water to create a saucy consistency. Stir to combine and set aside.
Take the potatoes out of the oven and then, pour the harissa mixture over. Toss well to cover the potatoes evenly, then distribute them all over the baking sheet. Bake for another 10 minutes or until fork tender.
Once done baking, garnish with the chives and parsley and serve right away.

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Notes

Storage: best enjoyed right away. If you have leftovers, then keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven (400º) for about 10 minutes or until heated through. You can also reheat using the microwave, although the potatoes will be softer.
I used the mild harissa paste from the brand Mina that looks more like a sauce. There is a wide variety of harissa brands with different textures, flavors and spiciness levels, so adjust the consistency and flavor of the harissa mix to your taste.
This recipe is very versatile! You can add some spices (such as cumin), cayenne for more heat or even other vegetables. Check out the blog post for more ideas!
Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.

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