Uses of nasturtium
16/9/2011
This is a recipe for nasturtium pesto, which tastes amazing and is a very cheap alternative to basil pesto when basil isn't in season. Serve on pasta or as a dip.
Ingredients
| 4 cups | Nasturtium leaves |
| 6 cloves | Garlic |
| 1½ cups | Extra virgin olive oil |
| 2 | Chilli, fresh, finely chopped with seeds |
| 1 cup | Walnuts |
| 1 to taste | Salt |
Directions
- Put all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. Season with salt to taste. Store in the fridge.
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