Grilled Potatoes
Total Time
40 minutes
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
(10)
Ingredients
6 servings
- 2 pounds small yellow or red potatoes
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, optional
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Avocado oil or cooking spray, for the grill
- Chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, and/or dill, optional, for garnish
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Preparation
Step 1
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Stir in 1 teaspoon of the salt.
Step 2
Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 8 to 15 minutes, or until fork-tender (the potatoes will finish cooking on the grill). Drain the potatoes. When cool enough to handle, cut in half.
Step 3
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat.
Step 4
In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, if using, the remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and several grinds of pepper.
Step 5
Brush or spray the grill grates with avocado oil. Grill the potatoes cut side down for 5 to 6 minutes, or until char marks form. Flip and cook for 5 more minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and well-charred. The time will depend on the size of the potatoes.
Step 6
Season to taste and sprinkle with fresh herbs, if desired.
Step 7
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Chef's notes
Rather than cooking these grilled potatoes in aluminum foil, I par-boil them and place them directly on the grill. They come out crispy on the outside, creamy in the middle, and packed with smoky flavor. They're a delicious summer side dish!
Small red potatoes and yellow potatoes are the best potatoes for grilling. These varieties are fairly waxy, which helps them hold up on the grill.
Try serving them with ketchup, chipotle sauce, or vegan ranch to take them over the top.
These potatoes are a perfect side dish for anything grilled. Pair them with a simple protein like BBQ tofu, or serve them alongside veggie burgers or black bean burgers at your next cookout.
Reheat leftover grilled potatoes in the microwave or a hot skillet for a quick side dish. They make great breakfast potatoes alongside scrambled eggs!
