Roasted Pesto Potatoes
Want something simply irresistible? Try Roasted Pesto Potatoes! It's a beautiful side dish that will elevate any meal. These potatoes are perfectly roasted to achieve a delightful balance of crispy edges and tender, creamy centers, enveloped in the rich, aromatic embrace of pesto sauce. With their roasted goodness and cozy rustic charm, they are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Ideal for dinner gatherings and brunches alike. Experience the charming combination of earthy, hearty potatoes and the vibrant freshness of pesto—every bite is a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. baby potatoes (or any small potatoes) yellow, red, purple - or a mix of colors
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 3/4 cup vegan pesto sauce (or homemade pesto)
- 3 tablespoons vegan parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast (optional - for cheesier flavor)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the potatoes and pat them dry with a paper towel. If they're larger, cut them into bite-sized pieces for quicker roasting.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Make sure the potatoes are evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes. or until the potatoes are about halfway through for even cooking.
- Take the pan out of the oven. Flip and stir the potatoes. Add the pesto sauce over the potatoes. Then sprinkle the vegan parmesan or nutritional yeast, if using, over the pesto potatoes.
- Put the potatoes with pesto sauce over them back in the over. Continue cooking until the potatoes are done roasting. About another 10 minutes. Check with a fork to make sure they are done. The potatoes should be tender and have crispy edges.
- Once the potatoes are done roasting, remove them from the oven.
- Transfer the vegan roasted pesto potatoes to a serving dish. Optionally, you can garnish with some fresh basil leaves or another sprinkle of vegan parmesan cheese if you have it.