Rocket Pesto

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups of Lyttle Leaves baby leaf rocket, washed and dried
  • 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup of pine nuts (or walnuts for a twist)
  • 2 cloves of garlic, peeled
  • 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil (adjust for desired consistency)
  • 4 teaspoons of olive oil
  • Juice of half a lemon (optional, for added freshness)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method

  1. In a food processor, combine the rocket, Parmesan, pine nuts, and garlic.
  2. Pulse until the ingredients are roughly chopped.
  3. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while blending until the mixture becomes a smooth paste.
  4. Taste and adjust with lemon juice, salt, and pepper as needed.
  5. Serve immediately over pasta, as a spread, or as a dip, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Enjoy your fresh and zesty homemade rocket pesto!