Citrus Herb Roasted Yukon Gold potatoes are the perfect side dish for any fall meal. These potatoes are roasted with olive oil, citrus juices, and herbs for a flavorful and healthy side dish.
Why you will love this recipe
You're going to love this easy recipe for roasted Yukon Gold potatoes. Prep is quick, and your hands are free during the roasting phase to prepare other parts of your Holiday menu or weeknight meal.
The Citrus Herb Dressing is fresh & vibrant, quick to put together, and transforms the potatoes into a delicious side dish.
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Ingredients
- Olive oil
- Lemon zest
- Orange zest
- Orange Juice
- Lemon Juice
- Dijon mustard
- Oregano
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic
- Yukon Gold potatoes
- Orange
- Lemon
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Roast Yukon Gold Potatoes
Prepare the Citrus Herb Dressing and set aside for when the potatoes are ready to go into the oven.
Prepare the Citrus Herb Dressing
- Zest and then juice the lemons and oranges.
- In a medium size mixing bowl add the mustard, oil, salt, pepper, oregano, and minced or grated garlic.
- Add the juice mixture and whisk until well blended. Set aside to baste potatoes with.
How long to roast Yukon Gold Potatoes
- You will preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Spray with non stick spray.
- Add the potatoes to the baking sheet and brush with the Citrus Herb Dressing. Allow 40 - 45 minutes for roasting, checking halfway through and turning so that browning is even.
Remove, Platter, and Serve
- Pull the roasting pan from the oven. Baste the Roasted Yukon Gold potatoes with the more Citrus Herb dressing.
- With pot holders on, gently lift the aluminum foil lining the roasting pan. Gently loosen potatoes and transfer to a serving platter or bowl.
- Garnish with orange and lemon wedges and serve with the Citrus Herb Dressing.
Serving suggestions
Citrus Herb Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes will make a welcome addition to your next Thanksgiving or Christmas menu. Or any Holiday menu!
Quick & easy prep time means lower holiday meal planning stress! Serve with chicken, pork, turkey, or even broiled seafood dishes.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Substitutions and Variations
If you don't have Yukon Gold potatoes available, Red Skinned New Potatoes are a great substitution. Likewise, any combo of citrus would be delicious. Kumquat & Lime, Tangerine, have fun experimenting. Cilantro or Parsley are great substitutions for the Oregano also.
Equipment
Top Tips
- Buy the smaller Yukon Gold potatoes, so prep is simply quartering them.
- Line your baking sheet with aluminum foil for an easy clean up.
- You can use orange juice and lemon juice that has already been squeezed.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, but potatoes that roast firm are recommended. Those would be small fingerlings, small red new potatoes, medium size white potatoes (not russets), and Yukon Gold potatoes.
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📖 Recipe
Citrus Herb Roasted Yukon Golds
Ingredients
- 4 oz olive oil
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ cup orange juice (juice from 2 oranges)
- ⅓ cup lemon juice (juice from 2 lemons)
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoon oregano , dried
- 6 cloves garlic , minced or grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon pepper
- 3 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes , 2 - 2 ½" size
- 1 orange , cut into slices or wedges for garnish
- 1 lemon , cut into slices or wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Spray with non stick spray or a little olive oil. Cut potatoes into quarters and scatter on the baking sheet, evenly spread out.3 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes
- Whisk together the olive oil, orange zest, lemon zest, orange juice, lemon juice, and mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper.4 oz olive oil, 1 teaspoon orange zest, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, ½ cup orange juice, ⅓ cup lemon juice, ¼ cup Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoon oregano, 6 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, ¾ teaspoon pepper
- Baste the potato quarter well with the Citrus Herb dressing. Roast in preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove baking sheet and gently stir potatoes and baste again with Citrus Herb dressing. Return to the oven and roast for the remaining 20 to 25 minutes until tender, but still firm and browned on edges.
- Remove from oven and gently lift the aluminum foil to loosen the potatoes and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with orange and lemon slices or wedges, and serve with the remaining Citrus Herb Dressing.1 orange, 1 lemon
Notes
- Buy the smaller Yukon Gold potatoes, so prep is simply quartering them.
- Line your baking sheet with aluminum foil for an easy clean up.
- You can use orange juice and lemon juice that has already been squeezed.
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