Description
These Grilled Pesto Potatoes are a flavorful and easy side dish perfect for summer BBQs. Tender red potatoes are coated in a homemade basil pesto, wrapped in foil, and grilled to perfection. The result is a deliciously crisp and herb-infused potato dish that pairs well with any grilled main course.
Ingredients
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Basil Pesto:
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan-Reggiano cheese
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Potatoes:
- 5 red potatoes, washed and cut into cubes
- Cooking Spray
- Aluminum Foil
Instructions
- Prepare the Basil Pesto: In a food processor, combine basil, garlic, and pine nuts. Slowly add olive oil while processing until smooth. Add cheese, salt, and pepper. Pulse until combined.
- Coat Potatoes in Pesto: In a bowl, mix potatoes with prepared pesto until well coated.
- Grill the Potatoes: Spray a piece of foil with cooking spray. Place potatoes on foil, wrap into a packet. Double wrap for durability. Grill over medium-high heat for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve: Unwrap the grilled potatoes carefully and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
Keywords: Grilled Pesto Potatoes, Pesto Potatoes, Grilled Potatoes, BBQ Side Dish, Summer BBQ Recipe
