Microwave Garlic Butter Potatoes

Transform your weeknight dinners with these quick and flavorful Microwave Garlic Butter Potatoes! This hassle-free recipe combines tender baby potatoes with rich melted butter, fragrant garlic, and fresh parsley for a side dish that’s bursting with flavor in just 15 minutes. The microwave does all the heavy lifting, steaming the potatoes to perfection, while the garlic butter sauce adds a luxurious touch. Perfect for busy cooks, this dish requires minimal prep and pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad. Looking for an easy, crowd-pleasing side? These microwave potatoes deliver big taste without the fuss!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:17 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams baby potatoes
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, chopped)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Wash and scrub the baby potatoes thoroughly under running water. Cut any larger potatoes in half to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a microwave-safe dish with a lid. Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon of salt, then toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

Cover the dish with the lid, ensuring there is a small vent for steam to escape. Alternatively, use microwave-safe plastic wrap with a small hole poked in it.

Step 4

Microwave the potatoes on high for 8-10 minutes, depending on their size. Check for doneness by piercing a potato with a fork; it should slide in easily. If more cooking time is needed, microwave in 1-minute increments until tender.

Step 5

While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl (about 20-30 seconds in the microwave). Mince the garlic cloves finely and stir them into the melted butter.

Step 6

Once the potatoes are fully cooked, carefully remove the lid or plastic wrap (watch out for steam!). Drain any excess liquid from the dish.

Step 7

Pour the garlic butter over the potatoes, tossing gently to coat all the pieces. Add the chopped parsley and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Toss again to distribute the seasoning evenly.

Step 8

Serve the garlic butter potatoes warm as a side dish or enjoy them on their own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	582.8 grams (582.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	827

Total Fat 50.10g	64%
Saturated Fat 23.20g	116%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 93mg	31%
Sodium 2400mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 93.10g	34%
Dietary Fiber 7.70g	28%
Total Sugars 3.40g
Protein 11.60g	23%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 119mg	9%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 2236mg	48%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.8%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 42.8%