Mashed Potatoes Swirled With Pesto

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Mashed Potatoes Swirled With Pesto Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

370

Sugar

Fat

25g

Mashed Potatoes Swirled With Pesto is a delicious take on classic mashed potatoes. The addition of pesto sauce to the dish adds a burst of flavor and beautiful green color. This dish makes a great side for roasted meats, or can stand on its own as a main dish. It's perfect for weeknights when you want a comforting and easy meal. Serve it up with some steamed vegetables for a well-rounded and healthy dinner.

Instructions

1.	Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are fork-tender.
2.	Drain the water and add the potatoes back to the pot.
3.	Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or a fork until there are no large chunks left.
4.	Add the milk, butter, salt, and pepper to the potatoes and mix well.
5.	Swirl in the pesto sauce.
6.	Serve hot, garnished with basil leaves and pine nuts.

PROS

Mashed Potatoes Swirled With Pesto is a quick and easy dish to prepare, it’s flavorful and comforting.

Potatoes are a great source of carbohydrates and vitamins B and C.

Pesto is full of healthy fats and antioxidants.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and carbohydrates, so should be consumed in moderation.

Pesto sauce has a high calorie and fat content, and should be used sparingly in a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are an excellent source of dietary fiber, which promotes digestive health and can help reduce the risk of heart disease.
The vitamins in potatoes also aid in maintaining healthy skin and hair.
Pesto sauce is high in monounsaturated fats which have multiple health benefits, such as improving cholesterol levels and reducing the risk of heart disease.

	3 lbs potatoes , peeled and cubed
	1/2 - 3/4 cup milk
	6 tablespoons butter , room temperature
	1 teaspoon salt
	1 teaspoon pepper
	2 tablespoons pesto sauce ( Pesto or your favorite store bought )
	basil , garnish
	pine nuts , garnish