Grilled Potatoes (Printable)
Smoky charred baby potatoes with crisp edges and tender centers, tossed with olive oil, smoked paprika and herbs.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1.5 lbs baby potatoes (red, gold, or mixed), washed and halved
02 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
→ Marinade
03 - 3 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
07 - 3/4 tsp sea salt
08 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional Garnish
09 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (omit or substitute with vegan alternative for dairy-free)
# Directions:
01 - Set your grill to medium-high heat, targeting approximately 400°F. Allow the grates to fully heat before adding the potatoes.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, sea salt, and black pepper until every piece is evenly coated.
03 - Thread the seasoned potatoes onto skewers or arrange them in a grill basket to ensure even cooking and prevent them from falling through the grates.
04 - Place the potatoes on the grill and cook for 25 to 30 minutes, turning every 7 to 8 minutes, until the exteriors are crispy and lightly charred and the centers are fork-tender.
05 - Transfer the grilled potatoes to a serving platter. While still warm, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
06 - Serve immediately alongside your favorite grilled entrées, burgers, or summer salads.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- These potatoes pick up a smoky char that turns a humble side into something people actually fight over.
- You only need ten minutes of prep and a handful of pantry spices to pull this off.
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- Potatoes that are too large will burn on the outside before the inside cooks through so stick with baby potatoes or cut larger ones into uniform wedges.
- Soaking wooden skewers for 30 minutes prevents them from catching fire on the grill.
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- Toss the potatoes with a pinch of chili flakes or fresh rosemary right before grilling for a flavor upgrade that costs almost nothing extra.
- Letting the coated potatoes sit for ten minutes before grilling gives the salt time to draw out moisture which leads to a better crust.