2 -3large handfuls of mint leaveswashed and drained
2teaspoonsgarlic puree
¼cup(25g) grated parmesan
¼cup(35g) cashew nut pieces (unsalted)
large pinch sea salt
¼cup(60ml) olive oil
1cup+ 1 tablespoon(250g) greek yogurt
Instructions
Halve or even quarter any bigger potatoes, so they will cook more evenly. In a large saucepan, cover the potatoes with cold water, bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and allow to simmer for 12 - 15 minutes or until tender when you test with the sharp point of a knife. Drain well and set aside to cool.
To make the mint pesto: In a food processor, blend together the mint leaves, garlic puree, grated parmesan, cashews and salt. Add the oil a little at a time and blend, scraping the sides down if required, until everything is combined evenly (it will be quite a thick paste at this point).
Combine the greek yogurt and pesto together in a large bowl (taste as you go, you may not need all the pesto), add the potatoes and stir gently until well coated. Serve as a barbeque side dish, with grilled meats (especially lamb) or as part of a picnic.
Any leftovers can be stored, covered in the refrigerator, for 2 days.
Notes
If you have any leftover pesto, add some extra oil to thin it out then toss with hot pasta, spread over toasted bruschetta or drizzle into soup for an extra punch of flavour.