This Pesto Potatoes recipe is the kind of side dish that effortlessly steals the spotlight. These tender baby potatoes are roasted until perfectly soft, then tossed in a rich basil pesto with just the right amount of garlic and parmesan.
It's a simple yet flavour-packed recipe that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted chicken, or even a fresh green salad.
Pair my pesto potatoes recipe with my Italian Pork Braciole recipe, Italian Chicken Cutlets or my Veal Piccata recipe.
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Here's Why You'll Love this Dish
You'll love this recipe for pesto potatoes because:
- quick and easy requiring minimal preparation and ready in 30 minutes
- full of flavor using a delicious store bought or homemade basil pesto sauce
- can be easily transformed into a salad for barbecues and picnics
- make ahead friendly tasting great hot or cold
- pairs well with many meat dishes
Craving that fresh, vibrant pesto flavor? You can easily make it from scratch at home! Try my classic homemade pesto sauce recipe for a bold and fragrant boost to your meals, or if you're avoiding dairy, my dairy-free vegan pesto sauce recipe is just as rich and satisfying without the cheese. Either one is perfect for pastas, pizzas, sandwiches, and more and they only take minutes to whip up.
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Did you know?
Fresh basil tastes different when it's cooked compared to it's raw state.
It is fragrant no matter if it's cooked or used raw.
Pesto sauce can be made with fresh basil, parsley or your favorite fresh herb and is usually added to your food after it has been cooked but before serving.
Fresh homemade pesto sauce using Genovese basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese and olive oil is the most common.
You can also make a dairy free pesto sauce that tastes pretty close to traditional Italian pesto.
Ingredients
This pesto potato side dish comes together with Parisienne potatoes, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper and store bought or homemade pesto sauce.
For exact measurement details and directions see recipe card...
How to Make Pesto Potatoes with Garlic and Parmesan
Preheat oven to 375℉. Prepare a baking sheet and line it with parchment paper.
Place potatoes in a large bowl and add olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Mix well.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden and soft inside. (use a fork to check if the potatoes are done. If the fork goes in easily then they are done)
Remove from oven and place in a large bowl.
Add pesto sauce to the potatoes and mix well. Add more pesto sauce if needed. Serve immediately.
Storage:
Leftover pesto potatoes can be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
You can reheat the potatoes in the microwave, however note that it will change the flavor of the pesto. You can eat it cold as a salad.
Top Tips
Pesto Sauce - to preserve the flavor of your pesto sauce, add it after your potatoes have been cooked and before serving.
Answers to Commonly Asked Questions
They're most often served warm, but they're also delicious at room temperature - perfect for picnics and summer sides.
Waxy potatoes like yellow or red potatoes hold their shape best. Avoid starchy types like russets unless roasting to a crisp.
Yes, as long as your pesto is gluten-free. Always double-check the label or use homemade pesto to be sure.
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Recipe Details
Tender Pesto Potatoes with Garlic and Parmesan
https://easyhomemaderecipes.caEquipment
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Parisienne potatoes or regular potatoes, peeled and cut
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tbsp pesto sauce or more
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉. Prepare a baking sheet and line it with parchment paper.
- Place potatoes in a large bowl and add olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Mix well.2 lbs Parisienne potatoes, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, salt and pepper to taste
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden and soft inside. (use a fork to check if the potatoes are done. If the fork goes in easily then they are done)
- Remove from oven and place in a large bowl. Add pesto sauce to the potatoes and mix well. Add more pesto sauce if needed. Serve immediately.4 tbsp pesto sauce
Notes
Top Tips
Pesto Sauce - to preserve the flavor of your pesto sauce, add it after your potatoes have been cooked and before serving.Nutrition
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Food Safety
Note that the storage guidelines provided on this page and site are estimates from personal experiences. We are all adults and as an adult you are responsible to ensure that the food you eat is safe to eat. Since, I'm not a food safety expert, you are responsible to review your local guidelines on food storage prior to storing any food left-overs.
Remember to:
- Not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
For Canadian Guidelines check the Government of Canada Food Safety Guidelines or see more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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