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Magical 15-Minute Christmas Fruit Salad

  • Author: Nina Johnson
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer / Side Dish
  • Method: Baked or Air Fried
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Golden, crispy fries tossed in aromatic truffle oil and showered with freshly grated Parmesan and parsley—these Crispy Parmesan Truffle Fries are the perfect gourmet upgrade to your favorite side dish. Serve them hot with dipping sauces or enjoy as a decadent snack!


Ingredients

Scale

4 large russet potatoes (or 1 bag frozen fries)

2 tablespoons truffle oil

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Salt to taste

Black pepper to taste

1 tablespoon olive oil (if baking fresh potatoes)


Instructions

1. Peel (optional) and cut the russet potatoes into thin fries or wedges. Soak in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

2. Drain and pat the fries completely dry with a clean towel.

3. Toss fries in a bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using).

4. Spread fries in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet (or air fryer basket).

5. Bake at 425°F (or air fry at 400°F) for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.

6. Once crispy and golden, drizzle with truffle oil and toss gently to coat.

7. Top immediately with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley.

8. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy as-is.


Notes

Be sure to dry your fries thoroughly after soaking—they won’t crisp up otherwise.

Don’t go heavy on truffle oil; it’s very potent and a little goes a long way.

Freshly grated Parmesan melts better and tastes far superior to pre-grated.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup fries
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: Truffle fries, parmesan fries, gourmet side dish