Making pesto is simply and easy, and this recipe combines it with a nice hearty steak for protein.
Chargrilled Beef with Almond Pesto
Making pesto is simply and easy, and this recipe combines it with a nice hearty steak for protein.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 100 g 4x lean beef steaks
- black pepper
- 300 g wholemeal spaghetti
Pesto
- ⅓ cup flaked almonds
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 lemons zest and juice
- ½ cup fresh basil plus extra, to garnish
- ⅓ cup parmesan shaved
- 3 cups cherry toma
- 6 cups rocket
Instructions
- Season steaks with ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper. Set to one side and allow to come to room temperature.
- In a pot of boiling water, cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain, reserving 5 tablespoons of pasta water for the pesto.
- Meanwhile, place pesto ingredients in a blender and blitz until smooth, adding reserved pasta water. Add to pasta and toss to coat evenly. Add tomatoes and rocket. Season and toss once more.
- Set a griddle or non-stick pan over a high heat. Add steaks and cook for 1-2 minutes either side, or until your liking. Remove from pan and rest.
- Divide pasta among plates. Slice steak and place on top of pasta. Garnish with extra basil leaves and freshly ground black pepper.
Notes
From: Swain, Sarah (Nov 2019) in: 5pm Panic Healthy Food Guide
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