Pesto alla Trapanese
• Do not over-blend after adding basil to preserve its fresh flavor and color. • The texture should be slightly chunky, not fully smooth like classic pesto. • Traditionally served with Sicilian pasta shapes like busiate but works with any short pasta. • Add a splash of pasta cooking water when tossing with noodles for a silkier sauce. • Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Health Benefits: Tomatoes provide vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that supports heart and cellular health. Almonds contribute healthy fats, fiber, and vitamin E, supporting satiety and skin health. Olive oil adds monounsaturated fats that support cardiovascular health. Basil and garlic provide plant compounds with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, making this a nutrient-dense, flavor-rich sauce that enhances vegetable and whole grain intake.
1 steps, about 10 minutes
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01If desired, briefly blanch tomatoes to peel, then chop and remove excess seeds for a less watery sauce. 2. Add tomatoes, almonds, garlic, and olive oil to a food processor. 3. Pulse until coarsely blended but not fully smooth. 4. Add basil and pulse again just until incorporated. 5. Stir in grated cheese by hand. 6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 7. Serve immediately with warm pasta or use as a topping for vegetables or grain bowls.
• Do not over-blend after adding basil to preserve its fresh flavor and color. • The texture should be slightly chunky, not fully smooth like classic pesto. • Traditionally served with Sicilian pasta shapes like busiate but works with any short pasta. • Add a splash of pasta cooking water when tossing with noodles for a silkier sauce. • Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Health Benefits: Tomatoes provide vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that supports heart and cellular health. Almonds contribute healthy fats, fiber, and vitamin E, supporting satiety and skin health. Olive oil adds monounsaturated fats that support cardiovascular health. Basil and garlic provide plant compounds with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, making this a nutrient-dense, flavor-rich sauce that enhances vegetable and whole grain intake.
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