TOMATO AND WALNUT PESTO
This pesto is a little different, with a bold tomato base. Grill your tomatoes to bring out their sweetness and add smokiness. For this recipe, fusilli, linguine, spaghetti, pappardelle, or bucatini work best.
Provided by Hetty McKinnon
Categories Tomato Summer Healthy Quick & Easy Quick and Healthy
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the grill to high. Place the tomatoes on a large tray and drizzle over some olive oil. Season with a big pinch of sea salt. Grill the tomatoes for 6-8 minutes, until the tomatoes have blistered and released some liquid.
- In a blender or food processor, whizz up the garlic, parsley, lemon zest and red chile flakes to a fine paste. Add the walnuts and half of the tomatoes, and with the motor running, pour in 1/3 cup of olive oil in a steady stream. When combined, stir in the parmesan and season with sea salt and a good turn of black pepper.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil and add the pasta, stirring. Cook according to the packet instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2cup of the pasta cooking water and drain the pasta.
- Place the pasta in a large bowl and add the pesto along with a splash or two of the reserved pasta cooking water. Keep adding the cooking liquid in small amounts until the sauce coats the pasta effortlessly. Scatter over the remaining grilled tomatoes and the basil leaves.
- To serve, top bowls of pasta with a generous amount of parmesan, a squeeze of lemon juice and a finishing drizzle of olive oil.
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Jeff Kays
[email protected]This pesto is the perfect addition to any Italian dish. It's so flavorful and aromatic. I highly recommend it.
Tasos Tsimatsidis
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it on pasta and grilled chicken.
Fardin Dm
[email protected]I love the vibrant color of this pesto. It's so inviting and makes me want to eat it right away.
Elizabeth Akinyi
[email protected]This pesto is a great base for a variety of dishes. I've used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a marinade for chicken. It's always delicious.
Adedini Eniola
[email protected]I found this pesto to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more garlic and basil next time.
Nova Nova
[email protected]This pesto is a little too oily for my taste. I would recommend using less olive oil next time.
Kyaw Myint
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. It's also a great way to add some extra flavor to your meals.
Bikash Basnet
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so fresh and flavorful. I'll definitely be making it again.
Jameelah Mapp
[email protected]This pesto was easy to make and turned out great! I used it on grilled chicken and it was perfect.
Md Zuwel Howlader
[email protected]I love the combination of tomatoes and walnuts in this pesto. It's so unique and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Edmond Vokshi
[email protected]This pesto is amazing! It's so flavorful and versatile. I used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dip for vegetables. It was a hit every time.