Italian Baked French Fries

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11

Delicious Italian Baked French Fries Recipe for a Quick Snack

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	5 medium potatoes
	1/2 cup light Italian dressing
	3 tablespoons olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

290

Sugar

Fat

11g

French fries are a popular snack and appetizer worldwide. Unfortunately, deep frying the potatoes can increase the calorie content of the food. Therefore, an alternative option like baking is an excellent way to prepare this snack while consuming fewer calories. Italian Baked French Fries Recipe is an easy recipe and provides a healthy, punchy and flavorful alternative snack to traditional french fries. The best thing about this recipe is that it can be customized by the addition of herbs or spices like garlic or rosemary, depending on your taste buds.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).
2.	Cut potatoes into thin french fry-style pieces and place them in a large bowl filled with water. Allow them to soak for a few minutes to remove excess starch.
3.	Drain the water and pat dry the potatoes.
4.	Add olive oil and Italian dressing over the potatoes. Mix them well until all of the fries are well coated.
5.	Grease a baking sheet and place the fries onto it in a single layer.
6.	Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until crispy. Ensure you flip the fries occasionally while cooking to get an even brown color on both sides.

PROS

Italian Baked French Fries are a quick and delicious appetizer or snack that can be made in no time.
They are low in calories with a crispy texture, and the Italian dressing adds a unique flavor making them more palatable.

CONS

Due to this snack is a carbohydrate-rich food, consuming it negligible may lead to weight gain.

Moreover, deep-fried French fries can be high in fat and may negatively impact health when consumed in large amounts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a good source of potassium and vitamin C, and olive oil is a heart-healthy fat. Vitamin C in potatoes is useful for keeping the blood vessels healthy, reducing inflammation, and contributing to healthy aging. In addition, olive oil contains antioxidants that reduce inflammation and may help to lower the risk of chronic diseases.