Pesto Potatoes
Transform your next side dish with these irresistible Pesto Potatoes, the perfect blend of crispy, oven-roasted baby potatoes and the vibrant, herbaceous flavor of basil pesto. This quick and easy recipe combines golden, tender potatoes with rich Parmesan cheese and a hint of garlic for a comfort food favorite that’s as elegant as it is delicious. Roasted to perfection in just 25 minutes, these potatoes are tossed in basil pesto for a zesty twist, then garnished with fresh basil leaves to elevate their fresh-from-the-oven appeal. Whether served as a savory side dish or a standout snack, these pesto-coated potatoes will have everyone coming back for seconds. Simple to prepare, utterly flavorful, and perfect for any occasion, this recipe ties together classic Italian-inspired ingredients for a side dish that’s nothing short of spectacular.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 0.5 cups basil pesto
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Wash and dry the baby potatoes. Cut larger potatoes in half to ensure all pieces are roughly the same size for even cooking.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
Roast the potatoes in the oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping them once halfway through cooking, until golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
While the potatoes are roasting, prepare the pesto if making from scratch, or have your store-bought pesto ready to go.
Once the potatoes are roasted, transfer them to a clean mixing bowl. Add the basil pesto and grated Parmesan cheese. Toss gently to coat the potatoes evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer the pesto-coated potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on their own as a flavorful snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.5 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 538 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1164 mg | 25% | |
*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.
