Basil And Olive Potatoes Recipe

Name: Basil And Olive Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds small new potatoes quartered; 1/3 cup canola oil; 1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves; 3 cloves garlic minced; 1/3 cup white wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 2 sweet peppers large yellow; 1 cup Castelvetrano olives green, or other green olives, pitted

Servings: persons

2 pounds small new potatoes quartered
1/3 cup canola oil
1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves
3 cloves garlic minced
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 sweet peppers large yellow
1 cup Castelvetrano olives green, or other green olives, pitted

1
Add potatoes to a large pot and cover with cold water. Salt the water and bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until just tender. Meanwhile, place oil, 1/2 cup basil, and garlic in a small saucepan over medium-low heat while potatoes cook. Drain potatoes and set aside. Remove oil from heat and remove basil. In a blender combine the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Cover and blend until smooth. Transfer potatoes to serving bowl. Pour dressing over potatoes and gently toss to coat; cover and set aside.
2
Heat a gas or charcoal grill over medium heat. Add yellow peppers to grill rack. Cover and grill for 7 to 10 minutes or until charred, turning occasionally. Remove and cool slightly. Halve peppers, removing stems and seeds. Cut into large pieces. Add to potato mixture along with olives. Toss in remaining 1 cup basil. Serve warm or at room temperature.
3
Per serving: 180 kcal cal., 11 g fat (1 g sat. fat, 4 g polyunsaturated fat, 6 g monounsatured fat), 1 mg chol., 305 mg sodium, 19 g carb., 3 g fiber, 2 g sugar, 2 g pro. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds small new potatoes quartered, 1/3 cup canola oil, 1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves, 3 cloves garlic minced, and more.

Yes, Basil And Olive Potatoes falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Basil And Olive Potatoes

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