Rice Salad with Pesto Sauce

Main Dishes | Italian cuisine

⏳ Time

30 minutes

🥕 Ingredients

🍽️ Servings

Description

Rice Salad with Pesto Sauce

Ingredients

Basil - 0.4 oz
Garlic - 1 clove
Pistachios - 1 tablespoon
Grated Pecorino Pepato Cheese - 0.9 oz
Olive Oil - 9 tablespoons
Salt - to taste
Arborio rice - 8.1 oz
Chicken Broth - 15 fl oz
Ground Black Pepper - to taste
Meyer Lemon Juice - 1 fl oz
Scallions - 4 pieces

Step by Step guide

Step 1

In a blender, combine basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, and a little salt. Transfer to a bowl and mix with grated Parmesan.

Step 2

Measure the required amount of rice and combine it with a quarter of the prepared pesto.

Step 3

Place in a skillet and pour in hot broth. Put on the heat and add a little salt. Stir and, when the rice comes to a boil, cover and cook on low heat for 20 minutes.

Step 4

Transfer to a serving dish, drizzle with lemon juice, olive oil, and the remaining pesto. Garnish with basil leaves, chopped green onions, and Parmesan.