Golden Roasted Potatoes with Caramelized Onions and Creamy Drizzle – A Rich, Comforting Side Dish with Deep Flavor and a Silky Finish
Golden Roasted Potatoes with Caramelized Onions and Creamy Drizzle is a rich and comforting side dish. Crispy roasted potatoes are tossed with sweet, slow-cooked onions and finished with a silky, tangy cream sauce—perfectly balancing deep, savory flavor with a luxurious finish.
- Author: Mariem
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1.5 lbs baby or Yukon gold potatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp butter (or olive oil for vegan)
- 1/2 tsp sugar (optional, to enhance caramelization)
- For the Creamy Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss halved potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Meanwhile, heat butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 25–30 minutes until deeply golden and caramelized. Add sugar partway through if needed.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the creamy drizzle. Chill until ready to serve.
- When potatoes are done, toss with the caramelized onions and transfer to a serving dish.
- Drizzle with the creamy sauce and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use a mix of red and yellow onions for more depth of flavor.
- Make it vegan with dairy-free butter and plant-based yogurt or sour cream.
- Double the onions if you love extra sweetness and richness.
- The creamy drizzle can also be used as a dip on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: roasted potatoes, caramelized onions, creamy drizzle, comforting side dish, crispy potatoes, vegetarian side