Mushrooms with pesto

4 servings

35 minutes

Mushrooms with pesto are an amazing combination of aromas and textures that transport you to the heart of Italian cuisine. Pesto, a classic sauce made from basil, nuts, and garlic, gives the mushrooms a rich herbal flavor with subtle nutty notes. Lemon juice adds freshness, while sea salt reveals the full palette of flavors. This low-temperature drying method preserves maximum nutrients, making the dish not only tasty but also nutritious. The mushrooms absorb the sauce, becoming tender and aromatic, creating a perfect appetizer for a light dinner or an accompaniment to Italian dishes. This exquisite treat is for connoisseurs of healthy and refined eating.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 599
• Proteins: 15.6g
• Fats: 57.1g
• Carbohydrates: 9.5g

Ingredients

• Basil: 1 bunch
• Lemon juice: 0.5 glass
• Garlic: 3 clove
• Black peppercorns: 1 tsp
• Walnuts: 260 g
• Sea salt: to taste
• Olive oil: 50 ml
• Fresh mushrooms: 20 pc

Cooking steps

1. Blend chopped basil, lemon juice, garlic, pepper, nuts, sea salt, and olive oil until it becomes a paste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Basil: 1 bunch
   • Lemon juice: 0.5 glass
   • Garlic: 3 cloves
   • Black peppercorns: 1 teaspoon
   • Walnuts: 260 g
   • Sea salt:  to taste
   • Olive oil: 50 ml

2. Pour the sauce over the mushrooms and place them to dry at 40 degrees for 3 hours.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fresh mushrooms: 20 pieces