– 2 cups of young wood sorrel leaves and stems, thoroughly rinsed and coarsely chopped
– 45 grams of fresh basil leaves, rinsed
– 1 clove of garlic
– 45 grams of toasted almonds (or pine nuts)
– Juice from half a lemon
– 50 ml of olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Prepare Ingredients: Rinse the wood sorrel and basil leaves thoroughly. Coarsely chop the wood sorrel and set aside.
Blend Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the wood sorrel, basil, garlic, and toasted almonds. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped.
Add Lemon and Olive Oil: Add the lemon juice and olive oil to the processor. Blend until the pesto reaches a smooth consistency.
Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. Blend again briefly to incorporate the seasonings.
Serve or Store: Transfer the pesto to a jar and store it in the refrigerator. It can be used immediately or kept for up to a week.
Serving Suggestions: This wood sorrel and basil pesto is perfect as a pasta sauce, spread on sandwiches, or as a dip for vegetables.
Smoothie Recipe: Wood Sorrel and Berry Smoothie
Ingredients:
– 1 cup of fresh wood sorrel leaves
– 1 cup of mixed berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries)
– 1 banana
– 1 cup of almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
– 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions: