Arugula Pesto Recipe with Walnuts

Name: Arugula Pesto Recipe with Walnuts
Prep time: 7 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 9 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 100 g arugula; 80 g walnuts; 30 g parmigiano reggiano; 30 g pecorino romano; 1 garlic clove; 250 ml olive oil; 2-3 Ice cubes

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Prep Time
7 mins
Cook Time
7 mins
Total Time
9 mins
Servings
4
Calories
701 kcal
Course
Condiments
Cuisine
Italian

Arugula Pesto Recipe with Walnuts

Iris Warren

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Arugula pesto is a flavorful sauce that adds a unique twist to many types of pasta, from spaghetti and tagliatelle to rigatoni and even gnocchi.Unlike the classic basil pesto, arugula pesto has a slightly bitter taste, which comes from the arugula (also known as rocket). However, the bitterness is balanced beautifully by the rich, nutty flavor of walnuts.

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Ingredients

Servings

100 g arugula - 3.5 oz
80 g walnuts - ~3 oz, shelled
30 g parmigiano reggiano - 3 tablespoons
30 g pecorino romano - 3 tablespoons
1 garlic clove
250 ml olive oil - 1 cup, extra virgin
2-3 Ice cubes

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Instructions

Place the walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat. Let them toast for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to make sure they don't burn.
Once toasted, transfer the walnuts to a blender or food processor.
Add the Parmigiano-Reggiano and Pecorino cheeses to the blender. Also, toss in a peeled garlic clove.
Pour in half of the olive oil to start. Blend the mixture on high speed for about 2 to 3 minutes.
Add the arugula salad. To keep the arugula’s vibrant green color, add a couple of ice cubes to the blender.
Blend everything together on high speed for about 5 minutes, or until the pesto is creamy and smooth. As you blend, slowly drizzle in the remaining olive oil.
Once your arugula pesto is ready, transfer it to a small bowl. This pesto is perfect for tossing with your favorite pasta. When mixing the pesto with pasta, you may need to add a little bit of the pasta cooking water to help the pesto coat the pasta evenly. You can also drizzle in some extra olive oil for a smoother texture.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 100g Calories 701kcal (35%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 74g (114%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 16g Monounsaturated Fat 45g Cholesterol 13mg (4%) Sodium 219mg (9%) Potassium 197mg (6%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 687IU (14%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 230mg (23%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 701 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	100g
Calories	701kcal	35%
Carbohydrates	4g	1%
Protein	9g	18%
Fat	74g	114%
Saturated Fat	12g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat	16g	94%
Monounsaturated Fat	45g	225%
Cholesterol	13mg	4%
Sodium	219mg	9%
Potassium	197mg	4%
Fiber	2g	8%
Sugar	1g	2%
Vitamin A	687IU	14%
Vitamin C	4mg	4%
Calcium	230mg	23%
Iron	1mg	6%