Perfect pesto capsicums

Summary

Experience the vibrant flavors of Perfect Pesto Capsicums, a delightful blend of fresh bell peppers and aromatic herbs. This versatile dish brings a dash of Italian finesse to your meals, offering a flavorful punch that’s sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Ingredients

For the Perfect Pesto Capsicums, you will need:

• 4 large bell peppers (or capsicums) (about 800g)
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves (about 30g)
• 1/2 cup pine nuts (about 70g)
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 50g)
• 2 garlic cloves (about 6g)
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (about 120ml)
• Salt and pepper to taste.

Preparation and Cooking Time:

• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes

Serving Size:

This recipe serves 4 people.

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 380 kcal
• Protein: 12g
• Fat: 34g
• Carbohydrates: 14g
• Sodium: 400mg
• Fiber: 3g

Instructions

1. Start by preheating your oven to 200°C (around 392°F).
2. Rinse the bell peppers, cut off their tops and remove the seeds carefully.
3. Place the prepared bell peppers on a baking tray and roast them in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes.
4. While the capsicums are roasting, prepare the pesto.
5. In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, and garlic cloves. Blend until the ingredients are roughly chopped.
6. While the food processor is running, slowly pour in the olive oil until the pesto reaches a thick, saucy consistency.
7. Season the pesto with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Once the capsicums are roasted, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
9. Fill each roasted capsicum with the freshly made pesto.

Tips

1. Choose bell peppers that are firm and heavy for their size, with smooth and brightly colored skin.
2. To intensify the flavor of the pine nuts, consider lightly toasting them before adding to the pesto.

Serving Suggestions

The Perfect Pesto Capsicums are best enjoyed warm and can be served as a main dish or a side. They pair well with a crisp, green salad or a serving of grilled chicken for a more substantial meal.

By following this recipe, you’ll have a delectable dish of Perfect Pesto Capsicums that is not only bursting with flavor but also rich in essential nutrients

Perfect pesto capsicums

PERFECT PESTO CAPSICUMS

Experience the vibrant flavors of Perfect Pesto Capsicums, a delightful blend of fresh bell peppers and aromatic herbs. This versatile dish brings a dash of Italian finesse to your meals, offering a flavorful punch that’s sure to satisfy your taste buds.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

PERFECT PESTO CAPSICUMS

Amount per Serving

Calories

380

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

34

g

52

%

Sodium

 

400

mg

17

%

Carbohydrates

 

14

g

5

%

Fiber

 

8

g

33

%

Protein

 

12

g

24

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers or capsicums (about 800g)
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves about 30g
• ½ cup pine nuts about 70g
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese about 50g
• 2 garlic cloves about 6g
• ½ cup extra virgin olive oil about 120ml
• Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions

• Start by preheating your oven to 200°C (around 392°F).
• Rinse the bell peppers, cut off their tops and remove the seeds carefully.
• Place the prepared bell peppers on a baking tray and roast them in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes.
• While the capsicums are roasting, prepare the pesto.
• In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, and garlic cloves. Blend until the ingredients are roughly chopped.
• While the food processor is running, slowly pour in the olive oil until the pesto reaches a thick, saucy consistency.
• Season the pesto with salt and pepper to taste.
• Once the capsicums are roasted, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
• Fill each roasted capsicum with the freshly made pesto.

Notes

TIPS

Choose bell peppers that are firm and heavy for their size, with smooth and brightly colored skin.
To intensify the flavor of the pine nuts, consider lightly toasting them before adding to the pesto.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

The Perfect Pesto Capsicums are best enjoyed warm and can be served as a main dish or a side. They pair well with a crisp, green salad or a serving of grilled chicken for a more substantial meal.