Sun-dried Tomato Pesto
6 servings
10 minutes
Sun-dried tomato pesto is a refined Italian sauce filled with the rich, deep flavors of the Mediterranean. Its intense aroma of sun-dried tomatoes, creamy texture of hard cheese, and nutty hint of pine nuts create a harmonious ensemble. Originally, classic pesto was made with basil, but this version offers a more intense and sweet-spicy note thanks to the sun-dried tomatoes. The sauce pairs perfectly with pasta, meat, fish, and even as a spread on bread. Its preparation is incredibly simple, and storing it in the fridge allows you to enjoy this vibrant flavor for weeks. Sun-dried tomato pesto is a gastronomic journey to Italy in every spoon!
1
Grate the cheese on a fine grater and chop the basil finely.
- Hard cheese: 70 g
- Basil: 10 g
2
Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth. If needed, add a little more olive oil.
- Sun-dried tomatoes: 150 g
- Pine nuts: 50 g
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Basil: 10 g
- Hard cheese: 70 g
- Olive oil: 100 ml
3
Transfer the sauce to a clean dry jar and store in the refrigerator for no more than three weeks.