Description
These Cheesy Ranch Roasted Potatoes with Green Onion Garnish are a delicious and easy side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled meats or burgers. Crispy roasted baby potatoes are seasoned with ranch seasoning mix, topped with gooey cheddar cheese, and finished with fresh green onions for a burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
Baby Potatoes:
Olive Oil Mixture:
Cheese and Garnish:
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the halved potatoes with olive oil, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast Potatoes: Spread the potatoes cut side down on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
- Add Cheese: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the hot potatoes. Return to the oven for 5 more minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from oven, transfer to a serving dish, and top with sliced green onions. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, soak potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before roasting and dry thoroughly.
- You can substitute Colby Jack or pepper jack for a flavor twist.
- These potatoes are great as a side for grilled meats or burgers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 3/4 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
