Roasted Pepper and Walnut Pesto
A rustic accompaniment that showcases the flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and basil, ideal for tossing with hot pasta or serving with crusty bread..
Ingredients
- 120 ml (½ cup) extra virgin olive oil
- 225 g (1 ½ cups) roasted red pepper, seeded
- (1 ) garlic clove
- 75 g (¾ cup) walnuts, toasted
- 10 g (½ cup) fresh basil leaves
- 55 g (½ cup) sun dried tomatoes, drained
- 50 g (½ cup) soy parmesan [or parmesan cheese]
- (½ teaspoon) sea salt
- (1 teaspoon) lemon zest
- (¼ teaspoon) ground black pepper
Directions
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- Select Variable 6. Pulse about 18 times, using the tamper to press the ingredients toward the blades until desired consistency is reached.