Arugula Pesto Recipe (Rocket Pesto)
A quick arugula pesto, also known as rocket pesto, made with fresh arugula, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, lemon and olive oil. Ready in 5 minutes and perfect for pasta, toast, sandwiches and roasted vegetables.
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Equipment
- 1 Food processor or mortar and pestle
Ingredients
- 30 grams pine nuts - lightly toasted
- 50 grams arugula (rocket)
- 30 grams parmesan - grated
- 2 cloves garlic - roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 100 millilitre olive oil
Instructions
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry pan over medium heat for a few minutes, until lightly golden and fragrant. Let them cool slightly.30 grams pine nuts
- Add the arugula, toasted pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, sugar, salt and olive oil to a food processor.50 grams arugula (rocket), 30 grams parmesan, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, ½ teaspoon sugar, ¼ teaspoon salt, 100 millilitre olive oil
- Pulse until the pesto reaches your preferred texture, scraping down the sides at least once. Don’t over-blend; a little texture is lovely.
- Taste and adjust. Add more lemon for brightness, more Parmesan for savouriness, more salt if needed or extra olive oil for a looser sauce.
- Transfer to a bowl or jar and use as needed.
Notes
- Toasting the pine nuts adds extra flavour, but the pesto still works if you skip this step.
- For pasta, loosen the pesto with a splash of reserved pasta water instead of adding lots more oil.
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze in small portions for up to 6 months.
**Nutritional data disclaimer**
Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided below is calculated by a third party and we cannot guarantee the accuracy. We try our best to give you the most accurate information, but we do not take responsibility for errors that may be present. Also, the nutritional value of the recipe may change depending on the exact brands and products used. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare professional or registered dietitian for personalised advice on your dietary needs.
Nutrition
Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 272mg | Potassium: 108mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 358IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 1mg
