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Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, Garlic ParmesanPotato Wedges are a flavorful, oven-baked alternative to traditional fries. Tossed in olive oil and coated with garlic, parmesan and herbs, each wedge is packed with savory goodness and just the right amount of crunch.

Perfect as a side dish, snack, or healthy comfort food fix – these wedges are a go-to crowd-pleaser.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Servings: 1 serving

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

160 g russet potatoes flesh and skin, raw
1 tbsp parmesan cheese grated
1 tsp olive oil salad/cooking
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp oregano dried, ground
½ tsp black pepper ground
2 dashes salt table

Equipment

1 Oven
1 Large mixing bowl or zip-top bag
1 Chef’s knife
1 Cutting board
1 Measuring spoons
1 Baking sheet
1 Parchment paper
1 Spatula or tongs

Method

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut potatoes into evenly sized wedges.
In a large bowl or Ziploc bag, add the potato wedges, olive oil, parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, black pepper and salt.
Toss until the wedges are evenly coated.
Arrange wedges in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.

Notes

This recipe is available in the Diet Maker app, where you can add it to your meal plan and edit it to match your nutrition targets. The app is free to use and available on both the App Store and Google Play.

Substitutions

Dietary Restrictions & Preferences:

Parmesan cheese (1 tbsp): Replace with nutritional yeast (1 tbsp) + pinch of salt (reason: dairy-free, vegan).

Olive oil (1 tsp): Replace with avocado oil (1 tsp) (reason: dairy-free, neutral flavor).

Availability & Convenience:

Russet potatoes (160 g / 5.6 oz): Swap for Yukon Gold potatoes (160 g / 5.6 oz) if unavailable or cost-prohibitive.

Oregano (½ tsp): Swap for Italian seasoning (½ tsp) if individual herbs aren’t available.

Flavor & Texture Adjustments:

Onion powder (1 tsp): Replace with smoked paprika (1 tsp) for a smoky flavor profile.

Cornstarch (1 tsp): Replace with rice flour (1 tsp) for a similar crisp texture.

Nutritional Modifications:

Olive oil (1 tsp): Replace with ½ tsp to lower fat content.

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Substitutions keep a 1:1 ratio unless noted so seasoning intensity and macros stay close to the original. Oil and cheese changes affect fat and calories most — adjust salt to taste when swapping cheeses.