Rocket and Lemon Pesto

Rocket and lemon pesto is a quick and simple vegetarian dish, and can be ready in less than 15 minutes. I like it with chilli as it gives it a subtle kick.

Put your pasta on to boil. Whatever shape you prefer.

Take a 100g bag of rocket (the wild stuff is the best), the zest of a lemon, and one fresh green chilli. Blitz the whole lot in a blender with a few tablespoons of olive oil until smooth. Add a small handful of grated parmesan or pecorino cheese to the pesto. You don’t need salt as the cheese will bring out the flavours.

Stir the rocket and lemon pesto into the cooked pasta.

I usually have this with a grilled fillet of salmon, but it’s really good with char roasted bell peppers (skins off deseeded and sliced) with homemade garlic bread.