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Rocket Pesto (Arugula Pesto)

This bold and peppery rocket pesto is a delicious twist on the classic basil pesto. Made with fresh rocket, toasted hazelnuts, garlic, and parmesan, it’s perfect for pasta, sandwiches, and more.
5 from 2 votes
DieTARY CHOICEEgg-Free Recipes, Gluten-Free Recipes, Soya-Free Recipes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Sauces & Condiments
Cuisine Italian
Servings 1 small jar
Calories 216 kcal

Equipment

1 frying pan
1 Food Processor

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Ingredients
 
 

  • 50 g hazelnuts
  • 60 g rocket arugula
  • 20 g basil
  • 20 g parsley
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 50 g parmesan grated
  • 6 - 12 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil or more according to taste

Instructions
 

  • Dry toast the hazelnuts in a frying pan until fragrant.
    50 g hazelnuts
  • Except for the olive oil, place the hazelnuts and remaining ingredients in the bowl of a food processor. Whizz until smooth.
    60 g rocket, 20 g basil, 20 g parsley, 1 garlic clove, 1/4 tsp salt, 50 g parmesan
  • Drizzle the olive oil in the pesto until you have your desired consistency.
    6 - 12 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • Transfer to an airtight jar. Keep refrigerated when not using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1TbspCalories: 216kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 237mgPotassium: 132mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 761IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 136mgIron: 1mg

Find this recipe online:

Rocket Pesto (Arugula Pesto)

https://theflexitarian.co.uk/recipe-items/rocket-pesto-arugula-pesto/