Sicilian Pesto alla Trapanese with Almonds and Tomatoes

Name: Sicilian Pesto alla Trapanese with Almonds and Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 3 cups
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 cups roughly chopped fresh tomatoes; ½ cup fresh blanched or skinned almonds; 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil; ¾ cup grated pecorino romano cheese

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Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings
3 cups
Calories
574 kcal
Course
Condiments
Cuisine
Italian

Sicilian Pesto alla Trapanese with Almonds and Tomatoes

Ashley Lopez

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This easy Sicilian Pesto alla Trapanese has only 6 ingredients and is prepared in just 15 minutes! It's made with almonds, tomatoes, basil and tastes amazing tossed with pasta, smeared on bread, or paired with grilled meats, fish, and vegetables.

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Ingredients

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2 cloves garlic
½ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
2 cups roughly chopped fresh tomatoes seeds removed
½ cup fresh blanched or skinned almonds sliced or slivered work
2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
½ cup extra virgin olive oil plus more for storing
¾ cup grated pecorino romano cheese

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Notes

Remove the seeds and extra liquid from the tomatoes to avoid the pesto being too watery.
The almonds should not be toasted, however if they are not fresh (meaning they are a little soft or lacking crunch), they can be crisped in a 250 degree oven for about 5-10 minutes. Do not let them turn golden in color or it will affect the flavor. Cool to room temperature before using.
Remove the seeds and extra liquid from the tomatoes to avoid the pesto being too watery.
Don't over blend the pesto so that it's smooth. Pulse in 1-second increments and leave it coarse for a better texture.
Sicilians do not add black pepper to their pesto. For an extra bite and some heat, add red pepper flakes (peperoncino) instead.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 574kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 14g (28%) Fat 55g (85%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Polyunsaturated Fat 7g Monounsaturated Fat 36g Trans Fat 0.003g Cholesterol 26mg (9%) Sodium 694mg (29%) Potassium 440mg (13%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 932IU (19%) Vitamin C 14mg (16%) Calcium 344mg (34%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 574 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	574kcal	29%
Carbohydrates	11g	4%
Protein	14g	28%
Fat	55g	85%
Saturated Fat	10g	50%
Polyunsaturated Fat	7g	41%
Monounsaturated Fat	36g	180%
Trans Fat	0.003g	0%
Cholesterol	26mg	9%
Sodium	694mg	29%
Potassium	440mg	9%
Fiber	4g	16%
Sugar	4g	8%
Vitamin A	932IU	19%
Vitamin C	14mg	16%
Calcium	344mg	34%
Iron	2mg	11%