🥔 Quick Mediterranean Baked Potato (Crispy & Fluffy)
Ingredients
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2 medium russet or yellow potatoes (scrubbed clean)
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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½ teaspoon sea salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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Optional herbs & toppings:
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Dried oregano or thyme
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Garlic powder or smoked paprika
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Chopped fresh parsley, tomatoes, olives, or feta cheese for topping
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Instructions
1. Prep the potatoes
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Scrub the potatoes and pat them dry.
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Using a fork, poke holes all over each potato (6–8 times) to allow steam to escape.
2. Microwave (the fast part)
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Place the potatoes on a microwave-safe plate.
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Microwave on high for 5–7 minutes, flipping halfway through.
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(For larger potatoes, go up to 8–10 minutes.)
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They’re done when they’re soft when squeezed gently.
3. Crisp them up
Option A – Oven finish:
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Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
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Brush potatoes lightly with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and herbs.
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Place directly on the oven rack or baking sheet.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the skin is crispy and golden.
Option B – Air fryer finish:
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Brush with olive oil, season, and air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes.
4. Serve Mediterranean-style
Slice open and fluff the inside with a fork.
Top with your choice of:
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A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
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Chopped tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and parsley (like a mini Greek salad)
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Crumbled feta or a spoon of Greek yogurt instead of butter
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A sprinkle of oregano or za’atar
Nutrition (per potato, with olive oil)
Approximate values:
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Calories: 210
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Carbs: 37g
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Protein: 5g
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Fat: 6g
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Fiber: 4g
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Added sugar: 0g
