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Parmesan Pesto Roasted Potatoes

Irresistibly Crispy Parmesan Pesto Roasted Potatoes Recipe

Discover the delightful flavors of Parmesan Pesto Roasted Potatoes, a perfect side dish for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds baby potatoes washed and halved
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
For the Coating
  • 1 cup pesto or substitute with sundried tomato or kale pesto
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast for a vegan option
For Finishing Touch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with pesto, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well coated.
  3. Prepare a rimmed baking sheet and spread the coated potatoes in a single layer.
  4. Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes.
  5. Remove the baking sheet and sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan over the top of the potatoes.
  6. Return the potatoes to the oven and roast for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.
  7. Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the hot potatoes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure all potato pieces are well-coated with pesto for consistent flavor absorption.

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