Description
Crispy Potatoes with Pesto and Parmesan are the ultimate comfort food, combining golden, crunchy potatoes with vibrant pesto and rich Parmesan cheese. Perfect for any occasion, this dish elevates weeknight dinners and impresses at gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll create a mouthwatering side that keeps everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven, drizzle with pesto, and top with Parmesan cheese.
- Toss gently to combine and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg