Pesto

Pesto

Pesto

Yield: 4
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Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 7 MinTotal time: 22 Min

Ingredients

Fresh Herbed Mix (for Salmon)
  • 2 minced shallots
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 2 tbsp chopped thyme
  • 2 tbsp chopped chives
  • 1 tbsp finely minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon of sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup Portuguese Cobrançosa EVOO
Pesto
  • 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves, washed and dried
  • 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 3 cloves of garlic, peeled
  • 1/4 cup of Basil Infused Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup of Delizia Walnut Oil
  • 1/4 cup toasted Walnuts (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt or to taste

Instructions

Salmon
  1. Preheat grill to medium high, clean surface well and brush with oil.
  2. Sprinkle salmon evenly with ¾ teaspoon of Seasonello fine sea salt and ½teaspoon of pepper.
  3. Whisk together all the fresh herbs, Dijon mustard, sugar, lemon juice, Portuguese Cobrançosa and remaining ¼ teaspoon of Seasonello fine sea salt.
  4. Coat grill with some oil, place salmon on grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until desired doneness.
  5. Once cooked spoon over a few tablespoons of the herbed EVOO mix and serve.
Pesto
  1. In a food processor or blender, combine all ingredients, pulsing to make sure that all the ingredients are blending smoothly, stop machine if needed to scrape down the sides.
  2. Recipe can be used on 1 lb. of your favorite cut pasta dishes, French style mashed potato, salad or grilled vegetables.
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