Put down the potato peeler!
These little gems are all about SKIN ON.
Crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside.
The combo of rosemary and garlic goes perfectly with these baby roasted potatoes.
This potato side is a tasty delight that’s simple to throw together, it brings out the sweetness of the asparagus and flavour of the potatoes.
New potatoes are seasonal to spring and summer months. But if you can get hold of them (without some obscene global footprint from importing), then they taste great all year round!
There’s never a bad time for crispy new potatoes.
It’s a must-try for any potato fiend!
Substitutions
Fresh garlic is always going to get my vote as the ideal. But if you’re out of cloves or low on time then you can always use garlic powder, they still come out of the oven good to go.
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Nutrition Info
Asparagus is nutrient dense steam powerhouse. It’s nutritional properties help prevent against cancer, it’s good for brain health AND it’s good for weight-loss!
It is a very good source of fiber, folate, vitamins A, C, E and K, as well as chromium, a trace mineral that enhances the ability of insulin to transport glucose from the bloodstream into cells. Which is good news for those trying to lose weight.
If you’re looking to eat this dish and on a weight-loss diet then check out 15 Tips On How To Lose Weight On A Plant-Based Vegan Diet ….And Then Keep It Off! for more tips.
Now to the main ingredient, delicious new POTATOES. As well as being low in fat, potatoes are also a good source of vitamins and minerals.
They contain vitamin B1 (thiamin), which our bodies need to help release energy in the carbohydrates, it’s also needed for healthy heart function.
For plant-based nutrition info, check out The 8 Best Health Perks of Eating A Vegan Plant-Based Diet.
Method
Let’s talk about the most important thing here – crispiness!
For extra crispiness ensure that your potatoes and asparagus have ample space in the baking dish. You need the amount of oil I said, don’s scrimp on oil, otherwise they’ll be no crisp. Ensure the potatoes are properly covered with oil, only half covering their skins just won’t cut it.
New potatoes when you’re about to cook them should be firm, smooth and free of cracks or any soft brown spots.
Before you set upon making your delicious potatoes it can be good to give them some tlc. Rinse under cool water, scrub with a vegetable brush and cut away greenish parts if you have any.
Top Tip
When the potatoes come out of the oven, consider lightly pressing down on them with the back of a fork under the skins crack and add some vegan butter on top of them. It just makes them look pretty but it’s also fun to do.
Crispy Smashed New Potatoes With Garlic, Rosemary And Asparagus
Serves: 4
Cuisine: English
Prep time: 5 mins
Cooking time: 35 mins
Ingredients
1 x kg of new potatoes
1 x 250g of asparagus tips, sliced into two halves
2 x tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 x garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 x tbsp dried rosemary
1 x pinch of Himalayan Sea Salt
1 x pinch pepper
Directions
- Preheat oven to 390 °F
- In a large mixing bowl, add the potatoes, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, sea salt and pepper. Stir/toss so that it all mixes together
- Place aluminium foil on a large tray, dull side up, and place the potatoes bowl mix on the foil, ensuring to spread evenly and give the potatoes some space in-between (this space adds to crispy-factor)
- Place in the oven for 20 minutes
- After 20 minutes remove from over and turn over potatoes, add the asparagus and a drizzle of oil to cover them too
- Cook for a further 15 mins
- Remove from oven and serve and enjoy whilst hot!
If you’re looking for ideas to have these potatoes with, the Epic Vegan Nut Roast goes perfectly, or why not try them with this Vegan Mexican Three Bean Chili.
If you’re new to eating plant-based foods or just looking for general tips then check out Going Vegan In 2020 – The Ultimate Guide for Beginners.
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