Lemony pesto potatoes

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Lemony pesto potatoes
20 min.
4
286kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant, healthy dish that boasts incredible flavors and is a breeze to prepare? Look no further than these delightful Lemony Pesto Potatoes! Perfectly suited for any occasion, this recipe combines the earthy taste of waxy potatoes with the freshness of spinach and the zing of lemon, creating a medley of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free dish that not only fits beautifully into a healthy lifestyle but also serves as a versatile side or condiment. The creamy texture of the pesto combined with the bright acidity of lemon juice brings everything together, while the addition of red onion adds a subtle sweetness that perfectly complements the potatoes and spinach.

Whether you’re enjoying them warm alongside grilled sausages or chicken, or using them as a hearty dip for your favorite bread, these Lemony Pesto Potatoes are sure to impress your family and friends. With only 286 calories per serving and a balanced profile of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, this dish is not just a treat for the palate but also a nourishing option for your health-conscious dining.

Get ready to elevate your meals with this exquisite, flavorful dish that’s quick, healthy, and unbelievably delicious!

Ingredients

  • 800 waxy potatoes halved
  • small onion red halved sliced
  • 200 spinach leaves 
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • tbsp pesto 
  •  juice of lemon 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Boil the potatoes for about 15 mins or until tender.
  2. Drain, then return to the pan and roughly crush with a fork.
  3. Tip in the onion and spinach leaves.
  4. Pour over the olive oil, pesto and lemon juice, season to taste and toss to coat everything in the dressing.
  5. Serve warm with sausages, chicken or a steak.

Nutrition Facts

Calories286kcal
Protein7.95%
Fat41.81%
Carbs50.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.75
Glycemic Load
0.8
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.625217334084%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.39mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
3.37mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
8.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:285.99kcal
14.3%
Fat:13.8g
21.22%
Saturated Fat:2.05g
12.78%
Carbohydrates:37.3g
12.43%
Net Carbohydrates:32.19g
11.71%
Sugar:4.39g
4.87%
Cholesterol:0.6mg
0.2%
Sodium:147.01mg
6.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.9g
11.8%
Vitamin K:253.73µg
241.65%
Vitamin A:4854.7IU
97.09%
Vitamin C:36.19mg
43.86%
Manganese:0.77mg
38.34%
Potassium:1236.98mg
35.34%
Folate:139.73µg
34.93%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.7%
Magnesium:86.7mg
21.67%
Fiber:5.11g
20.44%
Copper:0.34mg
17.25%
Vitamin E:2.56mg
17.09%
Iron:2.98mg
16.56%
Phosphorus:155.07mg
15.51%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.36%
Vitamin B3:2.7mg
13.49%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.71%
Calcium:88.46mg
8.85%
Zinc:0.98mg
6.5%
Vitamin B5:0.63mg
6.34%
Selenium:1.64µg
2.35%