Description
This pesto rosso recipe is your gateway to Mediterranean culinary magic. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll create a versatile sauce that’s as delicious as it is easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 100 g sun-dried tomatoes
- 30 g pine nuts
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 50 ml extra virgin olive oil or more
Instructions
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Heat a dry skillet over medium heat.
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Stir the pine nuts frequently to prevent burning.
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Once golden, remove them immediately to cool.
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Drain excess oil from the tomatoes, keeping some for added flavor.
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Use scissors to cut them into smaller pieces, ensuring smoother blending.
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Slice the garlic cloves in half and remove the central green germ for a milder, less bitter flavor.
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In a blender or food processor, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, and garlic.
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Pulse to break everything down into a coarse mixture.
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While blending, drizzle in the olive oil slowly.
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Pause to scrape down the sides and adjust consistency to your liking, whether creamy or slightly chunky.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 3 min
- Category: spread, dip
- Cuisine: italian cuisine
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 100 g
- Calories: 360 kcal