Sun-Dried Tomato And Roasted Garlic Pesto

This vibrant pesto offers a sophisticated twist on the classic Italian sauce, swapping basil for the deep, sweet complexity of roasted garlic and the tangy intensity of sun-dried tomatoes. The result is a rich, umami-packed condiment that brings a home-style warmth to any meal. Blended with fresh parsley, garlic chives, and crunchy pistachios, this pesto has a beautiful texture and a balanced flavor profile that is both savory and slightly sweet. It is incredibly versatile, perfect for tossing with pasta, spreading on crostini, or stirring into soups. Whether you are hosting a dinner party or preparing a quick weeknight meal, this sauce adds an instant gourmet touch. Made with simple, high-quality ingredients, it captures the essence of rustic Italian cooking in every spoonful.

Cooking Method: Roasting

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 1

Calories: 110.2

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This vibrant pesto offers a sophisticated twist on the classic Italian sauce, swapping basil for the deep, sweet complexity of roasted garlic and the tangy intensity of sun-dried tomatoes. The result is a rich, umami-packed condiment that brings a home-style warmth to any meal. Blended with fresh parsley, garlic chives, and crunchy pistachios, this pesto has a beautiful texture and a balanced flavor profile that is both savory and slightly sweet. It is incredibly versatile, perfect for tossing with pasta, spreading on crostini, or stirring into soups. Whether you are hosting a dinner party or preparing a quick weeknight meal, this sauce adds an instant gourmet touch. Made with simple, high-quality ingredients, it captures the essence of rustic Italian cooking in every spoonful.

Ingredients

1 Head Garlic
3 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup Sun-dried tomatoes
1/3 cup Fresh flat-leaf (Italian) Parsley sprigs
2 tablespoons Chopped garlic chives or Scallion tops
2 tablespoons Unsalted pistachios or pine Nuts
2 tablespoons Freshly grated Parmesan Cheese

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (163&# 194;Â°C).
2
Slice the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves and place the garlic in a small baking dish.
3
Rub the exposed cloves with 2 teaspoons of the olive oil.
4
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the garlic is soft and golden.
5
Allow the garlic to cool, then squeeze the roasted garlic puree from its papery wrapper into a blender container or the bowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade.
6
Add the sun-dried tomatoes, parsley, garlic chives (or scallion tops), and nuts to the processor.
7
Process until the ingredients are finely minced.
8
Add the remaining olive oil (2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon) and the Parmesan cheese, and process until the mixture is blended and smooth.
9
Transfer the pesto to a small bowl.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 110.2kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.4g18%
Saturated Fat 1.6g8%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 2.3g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
Sugars 1.6g
Protein 0.5g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate. The pesto keeps for a week or longer.

Serving Suggestions: Serve on toasted Italian bread, toss with hot pasta, spoon over frittatas, or use as a topping for chili, enchiladas, or tamales.

Ingredient Note: Dried tomatoes are available in several styles: moist (like dried apricots), brittle and dark-red, or packed in olive oil. Moist-style tomatoes are preferred for this recipe.

Preparation Tip: If you can only find the brittle type of sun-dried tomatoes, soak them in warm water for a few minutes before using, or place them in a bowl, cover with water, and heat in the microwave for 30 to 60 seconds.

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