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Lemon Herb French Fries

Last Updated: Feb, 5, 2026 by Mimi Council | This post may contain affiliate links.

These simple Lemon Herb French Fries make delicious healthy baked French fries. This recipe is a perfect side dish to burgers, sandwiches, or steaks.

If you love organic French fries as much as I do, be sure to check out some of my other favorites like my Garlic Lemon Sweet Potato Fries, Chinese Five Spice Garlic French Fries, or Pumpkin Spice Sweet Potato Fries.

lemon herb french fries with a small dish of ketchup on a baking sheet on a white marble countertop.

A Quick Look At The Recipe

Recipe Name: Lemon Herb French Fries
Ready In: 55 minutes
Makes: 4 servings
Main Ingredients: Russet potatoes, extra virgin olive oil, lemon, basil
Flavor Profile: bright, zesty herb fries with a zing of lemon
Dietary Info: gluten free, vegan, eggless, no seed oils
Difficulty: Easy!
Why You’ll Love It: lemon herby twist on classic French fries!

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

Light & Zesty: I love this recipe because these organic French fries are so light and zesty thanks to the addition of lemon and herbs!
Side Dish: This recipe for Lemon Herb French Fries makes a great side dish to literally any meal! Serve them with burgers, steaks, chicken, pork, or even along side a salad.
Healthy: When you make your own organic French fries they can actually be healthy! Using organic potatoes, extra virgin olive oil along with fresh herbs is a much better way to enjoy potatoes than out at a restaurant where they are most likely made with seed oils and other unnecessary ingredients. So yes, these healthy baked French fries can be made multiple times a week!
Organic French Fries: I use organic potatoes and herbs with EVOO for the best version of this classic comfort food. Not only are these made with organic ingredients, but they'll taste so much better fresh out of your oven than anything you'd get at a restaurant.

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A Quick Look At The Recipe
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ingredients
Baker’s Tips
How to Make Lemon Herb French Fries
Serving Ideas
Lemon Herb French Fries FAQ’s
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Ingredients

Russet Potatoes: I use organic Russet potatoes, but you can also use sweet potatoes if you prefer.
Dried Herbs: I use a mix of dried oregano, thyme, parsley, and dill. Using dried herbs gives these healthy baked French fries more flavor than if you were to use fresh. Plus, it allows them to soak into every fry!
Fresh Basil: I top these with fresh basil so you get a little burst of fresh flavor in every bite!

*For a full list of ingredients and measurements, visit the recipe card below.

Baker's Tips

Soaking the potatoes in water allow the starches to release. This helps the fries not burn as easily.
I peel the potatoes for this recipe, which I rarely ever do! But, with this light lemon herb seasoning, I felt like they were better with peeled potatoes. But you can leave skins on if you want!
Parchment paper really helps with homemade fries. My favorite nontoxic parchment paper is from Kana, and you can use code MIMIBAKES for a discount!
Be sure to flip and rotate fries for evening browning and to avoid burning on one side.
Salt the fries immediately after coming out of the oven, this helps the salt stick. Don't salt before baking as salt can draw out moisture and make soggy fries, this is why you salt after baking.

How to Make Lemon Herb French Fries

peeled potatoes sliced into fries in a glass mixing bowl on a marble counter.

Peel and cut the potatoes into ¼-inch thick strips.

peeled potatoes sliced into fries in a glass mixing bowl with water on a marble counter.

Place in a large bowl of cold water and soak for 15 to 20 minutes, until the water looks murky. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

peeled potatoes sliced into fries in a glass mixing bowl on a marble counter with oil and spices.

Drain the potatoes and add the extra virgin olive oil to the potatoes.

Add the lemon juice, oregano, thyme, parsley, and dill, and toss to coat completely.

peeled potatoes sliced into fries with oil and herbs on a baking sheet on a marble counter.

Spread evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.

lemon herb french fries on a baking sheet on a white marble countertop.

Bake for 20 minutes, then remove and flip fries. Bake for another 10 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and sprinkle with sea salt and top with fresh basil.

Serving Ideas

I love serving these as a side to Turkey and Lamb Burgers With Dill Sauce.
So good with Organic Chicago Style Hot Dogs With Sauerkraut!
Make part of a game day spread with other appetizers like Bone Broth Queso Dip and 3 Ingredient Mango Guacamole.

Lemon Herb French Fries FAQ's

Can I use sweet potatoes?

Yes, if you prefer, you can use sweet potatoes! Also, check out my recipe for Garlic Lemon Sweet Potato Fries if you are looking for sweet potato fries.

How to reheat homemade french fries?

Homemade fries can be reheated in the air fryer or oven for the best texture. You can use a warm setting or around 300°F to 350°F.

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