Hazelnut and Dill Pesto

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4

Delicious Hazelnut and Dill Pesto recipe

by The Chefin Pesto

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	30 g hazelnuts
	8 sprigs fresh dill
	4 tablespoons olive oil
	2 teaspoons lemon juice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

115

Sugar

0.3g

Fat

12g

Hazelnut and Dill Pesto is a delicious and easy-to-make sauce that adds a nutty and herbaceous flavor to your favorite dishes. This flavorful pesto is great for those who are looking for a new take on traditional basil pesto or those who enjoy experimenting with new and unique ingredients. The nuttiness of the hazelnuts combined with the freshness of the dill creates a balanced flavor that can be enjoyed with a variety of foods, from pasta to vegetables to sandwiches. This pesto is also a great way to get some healthy fats and vitamins into your diet.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C. Roast hazelnuts for 8-10 minutes on a baking sheet.
2.	Remove the hazelnuts from the oven, let them cool and then rub them together in a clean kitchen towel to remove the skins.
3.	Add hazelnuts and dill in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
4.	Add olive oil, lemon juice, and salt to the mixture in the food processor and pulse into a paste.
5.	Adjust seasoning to taste.

PROS

Hazelnut and Dill Pesto is a healthy and tasty twist on traditional basil pesto, adding a unique nutty flavor to any dish.

It’s easy to prepare and works great as a dipping sauce for vegetables or as a spread for sandwiches.

CONS

Hazelnut and Dill Pesto has a strong flavor profile that may not appeal to everyone.

It’s also a relatively expensive option compared to other spreads or dips.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Hazelnuts are high in heart-healthy unsaturated fats, fiber, vitamin E, and minerals such as magnesium and phosphorus.
Dill is an excellent source of vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, and iron.
Combined, these ingredients offer a range of health benefits, including reducing inflammation, improving digestion, and promoting healthy skin.