Chelsea's festive sides

Nourish your family with all the merry trimmings - favourite veges are given a memorable makeover.

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Christmas potatoes

GLUTEN FREE • VEGAN • NUT FREE

This vibrant, flavour-packed Christmassy lil' dish proves that simple ingredients can make a big impact. Tender baby potatoes are coated in a silky, herb-infused, ultra-minty dressing, then finished with a drizzle of zingy basil oil, then a scattering of fresh herbs for an extra layer of texture and freshness. The result? A beautifully bright, irresistibly delicious side dish that's easy to prepare in advance and perfect for your holiday spread. Though, honestly, once you try it, you'll be making it all the time. And if you don't already have mint running wild in your garden, this will make you plant some.

PREP 1 HOUR COOK 10-15 MINUTES

SERVES 6 AS A SIDE

1-1.5kg baby potatoes

1 tsp salt

DRESSING

½ cup extra virgin olive oil

2 tbsp lemon juice, or to taste

3 tbsp hemp seeds

1 tbsp pure maple syrup

2 garlic cloves

1 tbsp wholegrain or Dijon mustard

1½ tsp salt, or to taste

½ tsp fine black or white pepper

1 packed cup mint leaves

1 packed cup fresh parsley

extra herbs for garnish (optional)

BASIL OIL

⅓ cup olive oil

⅓ tightly packed cup basil leaves

2 tsp lemon juice