Air Fryer Lemon Potatoes (Greek)
on Oct 26, 2021, Updated Jun 26, 2024
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My mini Air Fryer Lemon Potatoes (greek-style) 🥔 are absolutely incredible and what home cooking is all about. These are all the flavors that I love in a potato dish, so if you ever come over for lunch this is exactly what I would serve on the 🍽️ table. This recipe couldn’t be easier and uses only just a few ingredients.
Why You’ll Love Air Fryer Lemon Potatoes
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. I love using my air-fryer for these so they get really crispy without using a lot of oil and I don’t have to turn on my oven. The tang from the 🍋 lemon juice makes these seriously addictive and I 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.
Nonna’s Tip ♨️
You can absolutely bake these potatoes in the oven instead of the air fryer. Bake at 425F (220C) for 20 minutes or until golden and crispy
Variations and Substitutions for Air Fryer Lemon Potatoes
- For an even more 🍋 lemony flavor, use the zest of a lemon as well.
- Garnish with 🌿 parsley, chopped chives or rosemary.
- 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.
- Instead of oregano, you can also use dried herbs such as rosemary, thyme, or spices such as paprika or 🧄 garlic powder.
- Add additional toppings such as grated cheese, 🥓 bacon bits or a dollop of sour cream.
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Best Served With
- Serve these crispy potatoes with my creamy and delicious 🥒 Easy Tzatziki Recipe.
- Serve these as a side dish with any grilled main dish, such as Teriyaki Salmon Skewers, 🍗 Greek Chicken Gyros or The Best Carne Asada (Flat-Iron Steak).
Common Questions
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.
The potatoes are fork-tender when a fork can easily pierce through the center of the potato without much resistance.
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.
Yes, you can use any seasoning you like, such as rosemary, thyme, paprika, or garlic powder.
I love my 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.
Yes, you can add toppings such as grated cheese, bacon bits, chives, or a dollop of sour cream.
You can absolutely bake these potatoes in the oven instead of the air fryer. Bake at 425F (220C) for 20 minutes or until golden and crispy.
Air Fryer Lemon Potatoes
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Boil the baby potatoes with the skin on for 10 minutes or until fork tender. Drain them and place them on a flat surface.
- 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.
- Air fry at 400F (200C) for 6 to 8 minutes until crispy. If baking, bake at 425F (220C) for 20 minutes or until crispy.
- Brush them with some extra lemon juice and I personally love topping them off with feta but it’s optional. Parsley for garnish is up to you.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Delicious 😋
quick question-
Is 1 serving half the dish?
Will definitely make again!
Hi, Penny! Yes, one serving is half the dish. Enjoy! ❤️
These air fryer lemon potatoes turned out perfectly—crispy, golden, and full flavor. So simple to make and absolutely delicious!
Thank you for sharing this recipe. We loved it.
We love this side dish, I always make sure I make extra for next day lunches!!
So smart, Tina! I need to remember to do that next time.