Ranch Roasted Red Potatoes Recipe

By Wendy

If you are looking for a quick and easy side dish recipe that tastes great and is low in points, then this ranch roasted red potatoes recipe will make you squeal with delight! It only requires a few ingredients, but you’ll be surprised at how amazingly yummy these potatoes turn out.

It’s a great, low-calorie potato recipe for any dieter. I make this dish for my family a LOT and they love it. Plus, these ranch roasted red potatoes go really well with a variety of main courses and are a great option if you need a fast weeknight meal side dish.

RANCH ROASTED RED POTATOES RECIPE

This easy Ranch Roasted Red Potatoes recipe not only tastes amazing, but it’s a great accompaniment to a variety of meals. The pre-made Ranch Seasoning makes preparation a snap and adds fantastic flavor.

3.81 from 41 votes

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings 4 servings

Calories 115 kcal

Ingredients

12 oz red potatoes - (washed and quartered)
1 packet Ranch Dressing Dry Mix
Non-fat cooking spray
1 tsp salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
In a large bowl add potatoes and spray lightly with the cooking spray. Then, add in the Ranch mix and salt, and toss well to coat each potato piece evenly.
Spray a baking sheet with non stick cooking spray and spread out potatoes evenly on sheet.
Bake in oven until potatoes are cooked through, and edges start to turn very dark brown, approximately 20-25 minutes. Serve immediately.

Notes

Entire recipe makes 4 servings

Serving size is 1/4 of recipe, approx. 1/2 cup

Nutrition

Calories: 115 kcal (6%)Carbohydrates: 14 g (5%)Protein: 1.6 g (3%)Fat: 5.1 g (8%)Saturated Fat: 1 g (6%)Cholesterol: 0 mgSodium: 654 mg (28%)Potassium: 387 mg (11%)Fiber: 1.5 g (6%)Sugar: 0.9 g (1%)Calcium: 10 mg (1%)Iron: 0.5 mg (3%)

Tried this recipe?Let me know how it was!

Related Recipes

Balsamic Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Roasted French Onion Potatoes Recipe
Roasted Salt and Vinegar Potatoes Recipe
See Also
Raw Vegan Blueberry Cheesecake | Easy No-Bake Recipe - Elavegan Book: Smooth & Juicy – over 130 recipes to look great and feel amazing | ROHTOPIA | Ganzheitliches Wohlfühlen Easy Spinach Tortillas Recipe | Gluten-Free, Vegan Wraps - Elavegan Marinara Spaghetti Squash Recipe
Roasted Middle Eastern Chicken with Potatoes Recipe

TikTok’s Whipped Coffee Recipe

May 18, 2023

Apricot Glazed Turkey Breast Recipe

April 10, 2023

Viral TikTok Salmon and Rice Bowl Recipe

April 4, 2023

Chicken Cacciatore Recipe

March 5, 2023

27 Comments

Beth7 years ago

Do you think that you could prepare these and the next day you could cook them?
Christine Titus7 years ago

Simplicity at it’s best. Side dishes should be easy with very little fuss, and this one is just that. It’s one of the main reasons I love roasted potatoes so much. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and there’s easy clean up too!
Sandy B8 years ago

Even when I bump this up to 1 lb. of potatoes, I still get 2 points plus in the recipe builder 4 servings. Yum!
Sandy B8 years ago

Even when I bump this up to 1 lb. of potatoes, I still get 2 points plus in the recipe builder. Yum!
D R Hill8 years ago

There is no such thing as nonfat olive oil cooking spray. Olive oil cooking spray is 100% fat. The reason why the package labeling states that one serving is 0 grams of fat is because they are legally allowed to state that if the calorie count is less than calories per serving, the total calorie count can be listed as zero. The serving size is so small, so short that most of us would have a hard time actually spraying that little. Any amount of olive oil cooking spray will add fat to your dish. Especially when our spray size does not equal that that small short spray that is considered one serving shown on the package. Always oil cooking spray is definitely not in nonfat product. It is 100% fat.
Sam9 years ago

So I put this in my recipe builder on my Weight Watcher app and this is actually 7points a serving if you use 4 as the serving size. The serving size needs to be 12 to get two points. Please research more before making/posting a recipe.
- Matt8 years ago
  
  When I put this into my WW recipe builder it is only 2 points a serving (4 servings total).
angie merrick9 years ago

This recipe sounds luscious. The only problem I have is that living in Australia, it’s tough finding dry salad dressing mixes. Can this be done using a ‘wet’ ranch dressing instead? Hope someone can help me!!!
See Also
53 Delicious Squash Recipes to Cook in Any Season
Danila9 years ago

I was thinking if I could try this but replacing the olive oil for this virgin coconut oil that I just bought http://www.tiana-coconut.com/products/coconut-oil/. Do you think it will get the coconut taste?
- Wendy ZitzmanPost Author9 years ago
  
  I LOVE coconut oil and try to use it wherever I can. But it DOES often leave a coconut taste. In this particular recipe I haven’t tried it, as I was afraid of that very scenario. What I would suggest is using avocado oil instead. It can tolerate high heats, and is a great substitute for coconut oil. But if you do try it with the coconut oil, please post back and let us know how it goes!
- Heather9 years ago
  
  I make this all the time with coconut oil and it always taste great. The stuff I use is flavorless. I highly recommend it.
  http://www.walmart.com/ip/Carrington-Farms-Liquid-Coconut-Cooking-Oil-16-fl-oz/33470509
Johnnie P9 years ago

My family LOVES these potatoes! I make them once a week. I use more potatoes than what recipe calls for. (Enough to serve 6 instead of 4) that way the ranch is not as overwhelming! And that means we have left overs for breakfast the next day! Bonus!!!
Lisa10 years ago

I just wanted to say this is a great way to make an easy side! I’ve made these quite a few times and I keep forgetting to comment. (Even though no one has commented in quite a while. lol) Like another person said, I also had to cook mine longer, about 40 minutes depending on how big you cut your potatoes. And instead of spraying with cooking spray I just tossed the potatoes with a little olive oil and the ranch seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper. This will help with them sticking as well as spraying your baking sheet and/or tin foil. It also spreads out the ranch seasoning for the people who thought they were too salty. :) Make sure to also try with spicy ranch seasoning. Soooo good!
Elizabeth Frederick11 years ago

Ok, just found this recipe on Pinterest(of course!), and was super excited to try it out…used 12oz potatoes, 1 bag of ranch mix, and 1 tsp of salt….so followed the recipe to the T, and it came out so salty we couldn’t eat it!!! :-( Any clue as to what may have gone wrong?
- Becca10 years ago
  
  don’t use the salt :)
LB11 years ago

Made these tonight with taco seasoning… really spicy!! But easy and tasty. I did have ot cook mine longer, 40 minute or so.
Nana_rules212 years ago

I love the flavor of these potatoes but every time I make them they stick to the pan. I have sprayed the pan more every time but they still stick
- Denise Hungerford12 years ago
  
  Use non stick tin foil. Works like a charm.
Janet12 years ago

We made these and I thought it was way too much seasoning on each piece of potato. I found the recipe on the Hidden Valley website and they say to use 2 pounds of potatoes so next time I will use more than 12 ounces.
Photoqueen1312 years ago

Man I can’t get enough of these potatoes!! I’ve made them twice in the past week! Thank you.
Mich12 years ago

I’d like to use up some of the regular baking potatoes I have at home. Do you think it’s ok to substitute?
- LaaLooshPost Author12 years ago
  
  Mich, yes regular baking potatoes will be fine in this dish. Enjoy!
moi13 years ago

how many red potatoes are 12 oz
- LaaLoosh13 years ago
  
  It depends on the size of the potatoes.
Lindsey13 years ago

i bought the spicy ranch kind and they WERE FABBBBBBBUUUULOUS!!! ok probably not how you spell it but it was!
Beth13 years ago

Such a great way to jazz up potatoes. They came out perfectly seasoned and it was so easy. This will definitely become one of my staple side dishes.
Heidi K13 years ago

Those ranch potatoes were so good! Very flavorful!

Food Recipes

Ranch Roasted Red Potatoes Recipe | LaaLoosh (2024)

FAQs

Why boil potatoes before roasting? ›

Parboiling potatoes allows you to get crispy roasted potatoes that have a nice crust on the outside while being soft on the inside. Some people confuse parboiling with blanching, but in fact these are two separate cooking methods with two different uses!

Discover More ›

Why do you soak potatoes before roasting? ›

These tips are completely doable, actually pretty much fail-proof. SOAK your potato chunks in cold water. This removes some of the starch and helps get them super duper crispy. Soak them at least one hour.

Learn More Now ›

How does Gordon Ramsay make the best roast potatoes? ›

In a video online, Gordon explained: “For crispy roast potatoes, you can depend on them, my tip is to parboil them, leave them to steam dry, then sprinkle them with semolina or flour, and then give them a good roughing up.”

Discover More Details ›

Should red potatoes be peeled before baking? ›

Prepping the Red Potatoes for Roasting

The potatoes are easy to prep; just a few quick steps: Scrub the potatoes or wash them well with water – There is no need to peel them – the skin is thin and waxy and provides a lot of flavor, so be sure to leave it on!

Learn More ›

Why are red potatoes better for roasting? ›

Red potatoes are great for roasting, cooking in soups, or boiling or steaming for potato salad. The waxy nature of the flesh means they'll maintain their shape, but it also means they will get gluey when overworked, so you'll want to choose a different potato for mashing.

Learn More ›

How long should I parboil my potatoes? ›

A general rule of thumb is to parboil potatoes until they are fork-tender but not falling apart, this can range anywhere from 15 minutes for small potatoes to 25-30 minutes for large whole potatoes.

Show Me More ›

What happens if you don't soak potatoes before baking? ›

Soaking potatoes in water helps remove excess starch. Excess starch can inhibit the potatoes from cooking evenly as well as creating a gummy or sticky texture on the outside of your potatoes. Cold water is used because hot water would react with the starch activating it, making it harder to separate from the potatoes.

View Details ›

What happens if you don't soak potatoes in water? ›

"Placing [peeled and cut] potatoes in water helps prevent oxidation, which turns their exposed flesh brown," says Ronna Welsh, the author of The Nimble Cook and the owner and chef instructor at Purple Kale Kitchenworks in Brooklyn, N.Y. While oxidation won't make the potatoes unsafe to eat, it does change their flavor.

See Details ›

What potato are best for roasting? ›

While all sorts of potatoes are delicious when roasted in the oven, Yukon Gold potatoes are arguably the best potatoes for roasting for many reasons. Yukon Gold potatoes have the perfect amount of starch, which means they soften well in the oven, while their partially waxy texture helps them maintain their shape.

Find Out More ›

Why can't i get my roast potatoes crispy? ›

If you over-crowded the pan so that there isn't enough space for the potatoes to rest on the pan without touching each other, it will prevent the water from evaporating and making the potatoes crispy. You can always try to broil the potatoes for 1-2 minutes to crisp them up at the end of baking if necessary.

Read The Full Story ›

How do you roast potatoes Bobby Flay? ›

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Toss the potatoes with the canola oil, garlic paste and salt and pepper to taste. Place on a sheet tray and roast until cooked through and golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes.
Remove from the oven and immediately fold in the herbs.

Get More Info Here ›

Why aren't my roast potatoes crispy? ›

However, dry heat is only one contributing factor. So if your potatoes aren't crisping in the oven, the problem likely lies in how you place them on the baking sheet. If roasted potatoes lack their crunchy sheen, overcrowding is usually the culprit.

See Details ›

Should you wash red potatoes before roasting? ›

There's no need to peel or boil the potatoes before roasting which saves you time. Simply wash them, cut them in half, and toss with olive oil, fresh-ground black pepper, and salt right on the baking sheet (no bowl required).

What are red potatoes best for? ›

are advantageous for boiling, pan frying, grilling, scalloping, and steaming. Try them in your salads, soups, chowders, and fried potato dishes. …have a smooth, thin light-red skin with a white inside.

What is the healthiest way to eat red potatoes? ›

Boil, roast or bake a red potato, include some fresh herbs and seasonings, add fresh veggies, and it's still delicious and fat free. Naturally sodium free and high in potassium, red potatoes are a major contributor of maintaining a healthy blood pressure.

What happens if you don't boil roast potatoes? ›

You'll end up with toasty outsides and raw insides. The par steam / boil is to make sure they're cooked well, then roasted. If your potatoes are small enough the straight roast works.

Do you have to boil potatoes before baking them? ›

No. Don't boil your potatoes before baking them. A boiled potato is a completely different animal than a baked potato. Even if you are cutting up a potato and roasting it in herbs and olive oil, boiling the potato first is completely unnecessary.

Get More Info ›

Do you always have to boil potatoes before cooking? ›

You'll want to boil potatoes any time you don't want them to dry out (as they can when baked in the oven).

Read On ›

Do you always have to boil potatoes first? ›

If potatoes were not sliced but just peeled(or not) then you should boil them a bit to ensure that the potatoes are practically evenly cooked. If you are however gonna be cutting then into either small or thin pieces then not necessarily do you have to boil them.

Tell Me More ›

Ranch Roasted Red Potatoes Recipe | LaaLoosh (2024)