Lunch: Zesty Roasted Potatoes

Generously spiced, slightly cheesy potatoes get a little tang with the addition of lemon juice and zest.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Lemon

Health benefits of Zesty Roasted Potatoes

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

Ingredients

2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1 teaspoon garlic salt
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce
1 lemon, juiced and zested
1/2 bunch parsely, chopped
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 °.
In a large bowl, add potatoes, 2 tablespoons olive oil, fennel seed, garlic salt, crushed red pepper, season with salt and pepper. Toss together to coat potatoes. Place potatoes on a baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until potatoes are golden brown.
While potatoes are baking, whisk together 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce, zest and juice of 1 lemon and chopped parsley.
Once potatoes are golden brown and crispy, toss with the lemon mixture, top with grated cheese and serve.

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