Roasted Mixed Potatoes with Spring Herbs and Burrata Recipe
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring roasted mixed potatoes tossed with fresh spring herbs and creamy burrata cheese, perfect as a hearty side or light main. The potatoes are roasted until golden and crisp, then dressed with a lemony herb oil and topped with luscious torn burrata for a delightful contrast in texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Potatoes
- 2 pounds mixed potatoes, chopped into similar size chunks (e.g., baby Idaho potatoes and purple potatoes)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
- 1 lemon, juice plus zest
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Herb Dressing
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Topping
- 8 ounces burrata cheese, torn
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for roasting the potatoes.
- Toss the potatoes: On a large baking sheet, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the chopped potatoes, minced garlic, lemon juice, a pinch of kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Roast the potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the potatoes for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, toss the potatoes for even cooking and roast for another 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are golden and crisp on the outside.
- Prepare the herb oil: While the potatoes roast, mix the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil with the chopped dill, basil, chives, lemon zest, and season with salt and pepper to taste. This will add bright, fresh flavors to the dish.
- Assemble the dish: Once roasted, remove the potatoes from the oven and transfer them to a serving plate. Tear the burrata cheese over the warm potatoes and then drizzle generously with the lemon herb oil mixture. Serve immediately and enjoy the contrast of warm, crispy potatoes and creamy burrata complemented by fresh herbs.
Notes
- Use potatoes of similar size to ensure even roasting.
- Feel free to substitute or add other fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme based on preference.
- Burrata can be replaced with fresh mozzarella if unavailable, but burrata offers a creamier texture.
- Serve immediately to enjoy burrata at its creamy best before it softens completely.
- Leftovers can be stored refrigerated but are best eaten within 1 day.
