Red pesto sauce

Side dish
Very Easy
5 min
355 Kcal

You probably all know pesto! But have you ever tried red pesto?! It’s a super-easy, quick sauce to make that’s perfect for pasta dishes. All you need to do is take a classic green pesto recipe and add confit tomatoes. Nothing could be simpler for adding flavor to your dishes ;-)

Ingredients

3
Estimated cost: 3.25€ (1.08€/serving)

Materials

  • 1 food processor

Preparation

  • Red pesto sauce - Preparation step 1Put the confit tomatoes, basil, garlic clove, pecorino, pine nuts, and olive oil in a food processor and blend until smooth.
  • Red pesto sauce - Preparation step 2If the texture is too thick, add some olive oil.
  • Red pesto sauce - Preparation step 3Enjoy this sauce with pasta!

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FAQ ❓

What is the difference between red pesto and green pesto?

Red pesto uses confit tomatoes in addition to the classic ingredients, giving it a milder, sweeter flavor than traditional green pesto.
Yes, you can replace the pine nuts with cashews or almonds to vary the flavors and textures of your red pesto.
Yes, you can store red pesto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week, but it’s best eaten fresh.
Red pesto goes perfectly with pasta, but it can also be used as a spread on bread or as a sauce for grilled meats.
Yes, for a vegan version, simply replace the pecorino with a plant-based cheese or nutritional yeast for a similar flavor without animal products.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 355Kcal
  • Carbo: 14.9g
  • Total fat: 27.8g
  • Saturated fat: 4.4g
  • Proteins: 8.3g
  • Fibers: 5.1g
  • Sugar: 12.8g
  • ProPoints: 10
  • SmartPoints: 13
Nutritional information for 1 serving (72g)
Gluten free
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