Steak with Walnut and Rocket Pesto

Serves: 4
Preparation Time: Approx. 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 100g raw walnuts
• 100g rocket leaves
• 2 cloves crushed garlic
• 1 long red chilli, seeded and chopped
• salt and cracked black pepper
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup warm water
• 4 X 180g sirloin steaks, trimmed of fat
• 4 cups steamed mixed vegetables

Method

1. Place the walnuts, rocket, garlic, chilli, salt and pepper in the bowl of a food processor or blender.
2. Process for a few seconds until combined, then slowly pour in the olive oil in a thin stream, followed by the water. Set aside.
3. Heat a stovetop grill on high.
4. Spray the steaks with a little oil spray and place on the grill.
5. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium well done or cook to your liking.
6. Serve a dollop of pesto on top of each steak and serve with steamed vegetables.

Nutrient content per serve

Energy 2515kJ (600kcal), Protein 44g, Total fat 43g, Saturated fat 8g (19% of total fat), Monounsaturated fat 18g, Polyunsaturated fat 14g, Carbohydrates 10g, Fibre 11g

Recipe courtesy of Nuts for Life, for more information visit www.nutsforlife.com.au