Imagine a vibrant, sun-kissed sauce that captures the essence of Greek cuisine in just one spoonful - our Greek Style Roasted Red Pepper Pesto is about to become your new culinary obsession! Bursting with rich, smoky flavors and creamy textures, this versatile condiment will elevate everything from simple sandwiches to gourmet pasta dishes. Get ready to transport your taste buds to the beautiful Mediterranean coastline with this incredibly easy and irresistible recipe that will make you look like a professional chef in minutes!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: Greek
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 roasted red peppers
- 50g feta cheese
- 50g walnuts
- 1 garlic clove
- 100ml olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by draining the roasted red peppers and patting them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until they become fragrant and lightly golden. This will enhance their nutty flavor.
- Peel the garlic clove and roughly chop it to help distribute the flavor more evenly in the pesto.
- Add the roasted red peppers, toasted walnuts, garlic clove, crumbled feta cheese, and lemon juice to a food processor or blender.
- Pulse the ingredients a few times to break them down into a coarse mixture.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil in a steady stream until the mixture becomes smooth and well combined.
- Taste the pesto and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference.
- If the consistency is too thick, add a little more olive oil to reach your desired smoothness.
- Transfer the pesto to a clean jar or container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as a dip, spread, or sauce for various dishes.
Tips
- Choose high-quality roasted red peppers for the best flavor - either freshly roasted or from a good jar.
- Toasting walnuts is crucial: watch them carefully to prevent burning and release their maximum nutty potential.
- Use extra virgin olive oil for a more authentic and robust Mediterranean taste.
- For a smoother consistency, blend the ingredients longer and add olive oil gradually.
- The pesto tastes even better after resting in the refrigerator for a few hours, allowing flavors to develop.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days.
- Experiment with serving: use as a dip, spread, pasta sauce, or even a marinade for grilled meats and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 174kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 10mg
