Wild Garlic Pesto with Lemon

4 servings

15 minutes

Wild garlic pesto with lemon is a refined version of the classic Italian sauce that combines the freshness of spring ramsons and the spiciness of parmesan. Ramsons, known for its health benefits, gives the sauce a rich garlic aroma, while nuts (cashews, almonds or walnuts) add creaminess and texture. Olive oil provides smoothness and lemon juice adds a subtle tanginess that refreshes the flavor. This pesto is perfect for pasta, bruschetta or even as a marinade for meat and fish. It can be used as a salad dressing to add new shades to familiar dishes. Thanks to its natural ingredients, it is not only delicious but also healthy – rich in vitamins and antioxidants. Easy to prepare yet elegant in taste, this sauce makes an excellent addition to any table.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 196.6
• Proteins: 4.8g
• Fats: 18.7g
• Carbohydrates: 2.3g

Ingredients

• Wild garlic greens: 50 g
• Cashew: 30 g
• Olive oil: 50 ml
• Parmesan cheese: 30 g
• Lemon: 0.5 pc
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Grind the ramson leaves with nuts (almonds, pine nuts, or walnuts can be used instead of cashews). Add grated parmesan cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wild garlic greens: 50 g
   • Cashew: 30 g
   • Parmesan cheese: 30 g

2. Mix the resulting mixture with olive oil for a couple of minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 50 ml

3. Add the juice of half a lemon, salt, and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon: 0.5 piece
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste