Home Made Rocket Pesto

Pesto originated in Genoa, Italy, and traditionally includes basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and olive oil. Rocket pesto is a variation that adds a peppery and slightly bitter flavor to the classic recipe.

This is vegan, gluten free, low carb and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 10 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 9.

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Home Made Rocket Pesto

Cooking Method: Blending Cuisine: Italian Courses: Condiment, Lunch, Sauce Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Total Time 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 480

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 50 gram Rocket Leaves
• 25 gram Basil Leaves
• 2 piece Garlic Cloves
• 30 gram Pine Nuts
• 50 gram Parmesan Cheese
• 4 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. In a blender or food processor, combine rocket leaves, basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
2. Blend until smooth while slowly pouring in the olive oil.
3. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
4. Transfer the pesto to a jar or container and refrigerate until ready to use.
5. Serve with pasta, as a spread, or as a sauce for grilled vegetables or meats.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 4g2%

Sugars 1g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.