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Roasted Yukon Gold Potato Tapas with Fresh Herb Pesto

This Spanish inspired Tapas dish is a wonderful summer small bite, taking advantage of fresh herbs paired with creamy Yukon gold roasted potatoes. 

Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword potato tapas
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Author www.recipeforaparty.com

Ingredients

Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes

  • 6 medium Yukon gold potatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1/2 tsp course black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Herb Pesto

  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup fresh flat parsley leaves
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan-Reggiano cheese
  • 1/3 cup roasted pine nuts
  • 2 cloves of garlic, peeled
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp course black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup olive oil extra virgin

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F

  2. Toss the potatoes with olive oil, pepper, salt and pepper flakes on a silicone or parchment lined baking sheet pan and roast until golden brown for 30 to 35 minutes

  3. While the potatoes are roasting, make the pesto.  Combine all of the pesto ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth, stopping a couple of times to scrape the sides, set aside until potatoes are ready; makes 1 cup

  4. To serve: divide the warm roasted potatoes in small dishes or bowls, spoon the pesto over the top and enjoy.