Greek potatoes from the oven with garlic

Greek potatoes from the oven with garlic can be used as a side dish or as a main course. Mixes well with sweet potatoes or carrots.

Nutrient profile: According to GDA guidelines, one portion of this recipe covers at least the average daily requirement of vitamins C and K and 130% of the average daily requirement of alpha-linolenic acid. The ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids is 2:1.

Olive oil versus rapeseed oil: We deliberately use rapeseed oil here and not olive oil.   Economic forces and lobbying have made olive oil a cult oil, even though the omega-6 (LA) to omega-3 fatty acid (ALA) ratio is well above the recommended maximum ratio of 5:1.
Compared to olive oil, rapeseed oil has several times higher content of essential fatty acids, especially omega-3 fatty acids.
You can find further information on this topic at the following link: Vegans often eat unhealthily. Avoidable nutritional errors .

Greek cuisine and vegan food: Greek cuisine offers a surprising number of vegan dishes. Traditional, old recipes in particular usually consist mainly of vegetables and pulses. The reasons for this are the good growth of plants due to the location, the higher price of animal foods and, this point is probably the most important in modern times, Lent. The Lent prescribed by the Greek Orthodox Church lasts a total of 10 weeks and prohibits the consumption of almost all foods of animal origin. However, Greek cuisine has become more meat-heavy these days, and feta (sheep's cheese) is often served with every dish.

Oven dishes in Greece: Oven dishes like this are particularly popular in Greece. It is also typical that they require fewer ingredients and are relatively uncomplicated to prepare, but time-consuming. Nowadays, many dishes that are traditionally cooked in the oven are prepared in a pressure cooker. Greek dishes are usually served lukewarm, not hot.

Suitable potato variety: Waxy potato varieties are particularly suitable for this dish.

Cooking time: The exact cooking time depends on both the type of potato and the type of oven. It is best to check the firmness of the potatoes with a fork every now and then while they are cooking.

Enjoy the dish as a side dish: By reducing the amount of ingredients per person, this dish can be used very well as a side dish. You can also easily devote yourself to other recipes while you wait.

Suitable side dish: A plum chutney goes very well with the potatoes, as does a leaf salad or Greek salad for a fresh touch. The latter traditionally consists of cucumbers, tomatoes and raw onions, garnished with oregano and olive oil.

Preparing vegetables with the potatoes: In principle, you can add any vegetables to the potatoes. A combination with sweet potatoes and/or carrots is particularly delicious.