Parmesan Pesto Roasted Potatoes

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    141 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American, Vegan

Parmesan Pesto Roasted Potatoes

Parmesan Pesto Roasted Potatoes combine baby potatoes tossed with pesto and Parmesan, then oven-roasted until crisp on the outside and tender inside. The addition of fresh lemon juice brightens the earthy, savory flavors, making these potatoes a flavorful side dish option that balances richness with fresh herbal notes. Roasting at a high temperature ensures a golden crust while keeping the interior soft and creamy, suitable for accompanying various main dishes.

Description

Parmesan Pesto Roasted Potatoes feature baby potatoes coated in a mixture of pesto, kosher salt, and black pepper, then roasted to develop a crispy exterior. Halfway through roasting, freshly grated Parmesan cheese is sprinkled over the potatoes, melting into a savory crust. After baking, a squeeze of lemon juice adds a fresh, acidic element that complements the nutty Parmesan and herbaceous pesto. The method involves tossing and roasting on a nonstick or foil-lined baking sheet at 400°F, resulting in potatoes that are golden and flavorful. This dish works well as a side for grilled or roasted meats and can be served drizzled with extra pesto and more Parmesan cheese for added flavor depth.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 pound potato washed and any larger ones cut in half, baby
  • 1 tablespoon pesto plus extra for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated fresh
  • kosher salt fresh ground, to taste
  • black pepper fresh ground, to taste
  • 1/2 lemon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400° F. Spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray, you can also line it with foil.
  2. In a bowl toss the potatoes, pesto, salt and pepper together until coated. Spread them into an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes then remove the pan and sprinkle the potatoes with the parmesan cheese. Bake another 5-10 minutes or until the outside of the potatoes are crisp and the inside is fork tender.
  3. Once the potatoes are roasted squeeze the juice of half of a lemon over the top of them. Serve the potatoes on a serving plate or bowl drizzled with extra pesto and more parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 141kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g (12%) Cholesterol 3mg (1%) Sodium 82mg (3%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 141 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 141kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 82mg 3%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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