Pesto

5 servings

20 minutes

Pesto is a fragrant Italian sauce that has its roots in Genoa, the birthplace of basil. Its fresh, herbal flavor with nutty notes of pine nuts and creamy softness of Parmesan makes it an ideal complement to pasta, pizza, or fish and meat dishes. By blending the ingredients with olive oil, a thick, rich paste is created that reveals its flavor after cooling. Pesto is not just a sauce but an embodiment of Mediterranean culinary philosophy based on simplicity and naturalness. This traditional delicacy will adorn your table with a vibrant green color and bring the freshness of summer aromas at any time of the year.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 249.8
• Proteins: 9.2g
• Fats: 21.5g
• Carbohydrates: 4.7g

Ingredients

• Green basil leaves: 80 g
• Pine nuts: 70 g
• Parmesan cheese: 100 g
• Olive oil: 40 ml

Cooking steps

1. Clean the basil from the stems and rinse with cold water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green basil leaves: 80 g

2. Grind the Parmesan with pine nuts in a blender and gradually add olive oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parmesan cheese: 100 g
   • Pine nuts: 70 g
   • Olive oil: 40 ml

3. Add basil there as well. Chop everything finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green basil leaves: 80 g

4. The paste will initially be liquid, so it needs to be placed in the refrigerator for a few hours.