Pesto from arugula and watercress

2 servings

7 minutes

Arugula and watercress pesto is a unique author sauce that brings freshness and a light spiciness to dishes. The combination of parmesan, almonds, and Brazil nuts gives the pesto a rich nutty flavor, while arugula and watercress add pleasant sharpness and greenery notes. This sauce is perfect for pasta, meat, seafood, and even as a salad dressing. Extra virgin olive oil makes it silky and rich, while wine vinegar adds a subtle acidity that enhances the flavor profile of the ingredients. Arugula and watercress pesto is a bold step in culinary creativity that allows you to enjoy the freshness of greens and the depth of nuts. Try it as a base for sandwiches or add it to roasted vegetables for an unusual gastronomic delight.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 746.4
• Proteins: 14.8g
• Fats: 73.8g
• Carbohydrates: 6.3g

Ingredients

• Parmesan cheese: 45 g
• Arugula: 25 g
• Watercress: 25 g
• Almond: 50 g
• Brazil nuts: 3 pc
• Garlic: 20 g
• Extra virgin olive oil: 100 ml
• Wine vinegar: 1 tbsp
• Freshly ground white pepper: 0.5 tsp
• Ground chili pepper: 0.5 tsp
• Sea salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Grate the Parmesan on a coarse grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parmesan cheese: 45 g

2. Chop the greens finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Arugula: 25 g
   • Watercress: 25 g

3. Combine cheese and almonds in a blender.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parmesan cheese: 45 g
   • Almond: 50 g

4. It's better to cut the Brazil nut into several pieces and send it to the blender.

   Required ingredients:

   • Brazil nuts: 3 pieces

5. Chop the garlic finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 20 g

6. Add it to the other ingredients.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 20 g

7. Add oil and wine vinegar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Extra virgin olive oil: 100 ml
   • Wine vinegar: 1 tablespoon

8. Add spices.

   Required ingredients:

   • Freshly ground white pepper: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground chili pepper: 0.5 teaspoon

9. To salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sea salt:  to taste

10. Whip to a homogeneous consistency.

11. Transfer to a convenient container. Done!