Walnut Pesto with Parsley and Mint

Recipe By:

Vitamix

Prep Time:

2 Minutes

Serves:

This walnut pesto scented with fresh parsley and mint is high in omega 3, and it will go with just about anything. Try it with pan roasted salmon or organic chicken, or serve this as a dip with raw vegetables and it's great folded through zucchini noodles served with organic chicken or smoked salmon

Walnut Pesto with Parsley and Mint

Ingredients

100g walnuts
1/2 cup tightly packed parsley leaves
1/2 cup tightly packed mint leaves or basil
1/4 cup cold pressed oil (olive oil )
juice and zest from 1 lemon
a little Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method

Combine the ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. Select variable 1
Turn the machine on and quickly increase speed to variable 10 and then to high. Use the tamper provided to push the ingredients into the blades. You can have your pesto as smooth or as chunky as you like. Add a little water to your pesto for a smoother and thinner texture
Transfer to a bowl and use as required. Store covered in the fridge for up to one week

Tips & Hints

Serve with pan-roasted salmon, organic chicken breast, smoked salmon. Fold through zucchini noodles or use as a dip with raw vegetable crudities. Use as a healthy spread on whole grain sourdough in place of butter and enjoy with fresh sliced tomato, roast Mediterranean vegetables and baby spinach. Use as a pizza topping or fold through hot roasted sweet potato chunks, Use macadamia nuts in place of walnuts. Watch the video! See how to make Walnut Pesto from Vitamix on the MyFoodExpert Page: Sauces