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Arugula Pesto Potato Salad

A vibrant and flavorful potato salad made with fresh arugula pesto, perfect for picnics and gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Potatoes
  • 2 pounds baby potatoes halved
Arugula Pesto
  • 2 cups fresh arugula packed
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts toasted
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
Additional Ingredients
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped

Method
 

Prepare the Potatoes
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the halved baby potatoes and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool.
Make the Arugula Pesto
  1. In a blender, combine arugula, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend while slowly adding olive oil until smooth.
Combine Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled potatoes, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and basil. Add the arugula pesto and gently toss to coat.
Serve
  1. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a creamier texture, consider adding a dollop of Greek yogurt to the pesto.

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