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Pesto Oven Roasted Red Potatoes Recipe

Looking for a deliciously easy side dish? Try this oven roasted red potatoes recipe! This recipe features tasty petite red potatoes, and uses pesto for extra flavor!

Simple, straightforward, ready in about half an hour, and only calls for seven easy to find ingredients. There’s no reason you wouldn’t want to try this delicious pesto oven roasted red potatoes recipe. Plus, the recipe does not require parboiling or soaking!

It won’t be surprising if these yummy oven roasted potatoes end up being a regular on your dinner table and even a crowd favorite at gatherings, they’re quick, easy, and oh so tasty!

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Should I soak potatoes in water before roasting?

Soaking potatoes in cold water for at least half an hour will help remove excess potato starch in the skin. This process will make the potatoes crispier but it’s not entirely necessary. 

If you are in a hurry, you can skip this step. Instead, just make sure to thoroughly clean your potatoes especially if you’re not planning to peel them.

Place the potatoes under running water and use a scrubbing brush or sponge to remove all the dirt and bacteria. Scrub the potatoes in a circular motion until they are completely clean without any visible dirt. If there are sprouts, make it a point to remove them as well.

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How do you get crispy roast potatoes?

Your choice of potatoes can also affect the crispiness and the result of your dish. Take note that the types of potatoes ideal for roasting are Yukon Gold and red potatoes.

This easy oven roasted red potatoes recipe uses red potatoes which are known for their thin skin, high moisture, and low starch content. They hold their shape during cooking and also do not require peeling. Apart from these qualities, what makes red potatoes perfect for roasting are their unique rich earthy flavors.

Some recipes suggest parboiling the potatoes before roasting to make sure they’ll be crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. If you have the time, you can do so but you can also just skip this step.

The simplest thing you could do to make crispy and creamy roast potatoes is to cut them properly in quarters. If you cut the potatoes too small they’ll dry out easier.

Kitchen essentials you’ll need for making oven roasted red potatoes:

Oven roasted potatoes are even easier to make thanks to these kitchen essentials. Having these items on hand makes my life so much easier in the kitchen.

Before whipping up this amazing recipe, you might want to level up your kitchen arsenal by also getting yourself a complete baking mat set, measuring cups and spoons, and a kitchen scale.

Plus, having storage containers and freezer safe bags will also come in handy in prepping and storing leftovers.

Roasted Red Potatoes Ingredients:

With just a handful of ingredients, this recipe will allow you to serve an amazing side dish perfect not only for busy weeknights but for any kind of occasion as well. 

To get started with your new favorite side dish recipe, grab red potatoes! Also, prepare some basil, garlic, salt and pepper, olive oil, and parmesan cheese. There’s a printable recipe card at the bottom of the post that includes the full amounts of these ingredients, so make sure to check that out!

Oven Roasted Red Potatoes Recipe

This should take about thirty minutes with about five minutes of prep time. You will need a two pound bag of petite red potatoes cut in quarters. You will also need olive oil, fresh basil, garlic, salt and pepper, and parmesan cheese.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and prepare a baking sheet by greasing with nonstick cooking spray.

Pesto Oven Roasted Red Potatoes Recipe

Combine the potatoes, olive oil, basil, garlic, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese in a large bowl. Stir until the potatoes are coated with oil and seasoning.

Spread the potatoes in a single layer over the greased baking sheet.

Pesto Oven Roasted Red Potatoes Recipe

Bake for 30 minutes, stirring the potatoes halfway through the cooking time.

Pesto Oven Roasted Red Potatoes Recipe

More Tasty Potato Recipes to Try:

A certified potato lover? Here are more potato recipes that are sure to satisfy your cravings! From mashed potatoes to soups, casseroles, and more, these tasty potato recipes will leave you wanting more! Do not hesitate to give them a try!

Yield: 4

Pesto Oven Roasted Red Potatoes

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You are going to love these oven roasted red potatoes. This is one of my all-time favorite side dishes!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds petite red potatoes, quartered
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a baking sheet by greasing with nonstick cooking spray.
    2. Combine the potatoes, olive oil, basil, garlic, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese in a large bowl. Stir until the potatoes are coated with oil and seasoning.
    3. Spread the potatoes in a single layer over the greased baking sheet.
    4. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring the potatoes halfway through the cook time.

Nutrition Information

Yield

4

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 279Total Fat 8gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 2mgSodium 607mgCarbohydrates 46gFiber 4gSugar 3gProtein 6g

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