Pea Microgreens Pesto

8 servings

10 minutes

Pea microgreens pesto is a modern interpretation of the classic Italian sauce. Its history begins in Mediterranean cuisine, where the freshness of ingredients has always been a priority. The taste of this pesto is a harmony of the nutty richness of pine nuts, the spiciness of garlic, and the delicate pea greens enriched with a creamy hint of parmesan. Jalapeño adds a subtle spiciness, while lime refreshes and enhances the flavor. This sauce is perfect for pasta, hot toasts, or as a zesty addition to roasted vegetables and meat dishes. It can be used as a dressing for salads or as a base for delicious sandwiches. Pea microgreens pesto is not just a sauce but a true gastronomic find that combines traditions with modern flavor accents.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 177.1
• Proteins: 4.1g
• Fats: 14.4g
• Carbohydrates: 8.1g

Ingredients

• Microgreen Peas"""": 35 g
• Sprouts of radish seeds: 2 tsp
• Garlic: 4 pc
• Refined olive oil: 75 ml
• Parmesan cheese: 40 g
• Pine nuts: 45 g
• White sesame seeds: 5 g
• Jalapeno pepper: 0.5 pc
• Red wine vinegar: 1 tsp
• Lime: 1 pc
• Sea salt: 2 tsp

Cooking steps

1. In a dry heated pan, roast pine nuts and sesame until golden brown. Let cool.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pine nuts: 45 g
   • White sesame seeds: 5 g

2. Chop the microgreens finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Microgreen Peas"""": 35 g

3. Chop the parmesan finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parmesan cheese: 40 g

4. Chop the hot pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Jalapeno pepper: 0.5 piece

5. Combine the ingredients in a blender and add coarsely chopped garlic.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 4 pieces

6. Add pine nuts and sesame.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pine nuts: 45 g
   • White sesame seeds: 5 g

7. Pour the oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Refined olive oil: 75 ml

8. Pour in vinegar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red wine vinegar: 1 teaspoon

9. Add cheese, salt, and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parmesan cheese: 40 g
   • Sea salt: 2 teaspoons
   • Jalapeno pepper: 0.5 piece

10. Sprinkle with lime juice.

    Required ingredients:

    • Lime: 1 piece

11. Blend thoroughly until smooth consistency.

12. Transfer to a convenient storage container. Done.