Pesto with walnuts and mint

4 servings

40 minutes

Pesto with walnuts and mint is an exquisite sauce that combines the richness of nuts, the freshness of greens, and the aromatic spiciness of garlic. The origins of classic pesto trace back to Italy, but this variation features a deeper nutty flavor and subtle mint notes. Walnuts add richness while mint refreshes, creating a balanced palette of flavors. Lemon zest adds a light citrus tang, and parmesan contributes creaminess. It pairs perfectly with pasta, chicken or as a spread for fresh bread. This sauce not only delights the palate but also imparts a special gastronomic elegance to dishes, turning even simple meals into something refined.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 570.8
• Proteins: 12.2g
• Fats: 55.7g
• Carbohydrates: 6.7g

Ingredients

• Garlic: 3 clove
• Walnuts: 130 g
• Parsley: 70 g
• Walnut oil: 120 ml
• Chopped dill: 2 tbsp
• Chopped chives: 120 g
• Fresh mint: 2 tbsp
• Lemon zest: 2.5 tsp
• Salt: to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 60 g
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Put garlic in the blender and chop well. Then add walnuts, parsley, onion, dill, mint, lemon zest, and walnut oil. Chop with pulsing motions, scraping splashes from the walls until very fine.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 3 cloves
   • Walnuts: 130 g
   • Parsley: 70 g
   • Chopped chives: 120 g
   • Chopped dill: 2 tablespoons
   • Fresh mint: 2 tablespoons
   • Lemon zest: 2.5 teaspoons
   • Walnut oil: 120 ml

2. Transfer the sauce to a small sauceboat, add the grated cheese, season with salt and pepper to taste, and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 60 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

3. Pesto sauce with walnuts is ready.

4. Pesto sauce can be served with pasta or chicken. This amount of ingredients yields 1.5 cups of pesto sauce.