Parma ham rolls with rocket pesto recipe

Parma Ham Rolls with Rocket Pesto recipe

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Recipe intro

Parma ham rolls with rocket pesto is a delicious and elegant appetizer that combines the delicate flavors of Parma ham with the peppery freshness of rocket pesto. This recipe is perfect for entertaining guests or as a light snack. The salty and savory Parma ham is rolled up with a generous spread of homemade rocket pesto, which adds a burst of vibrant flavor. With just a few simple ingredients, this dish is quick and easy to prepare, making it a versatile option for any occasion.

Keywords: Parma ham rolls, rocket pesto, appetizer, elegant, light snack.

Parma ham rolls with rocket pesto recipe details

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Ingredients

2 stalk(s)	leek, approx. 600 g
8 large	potaotes, waxy
24 slice(s)	Parma ham
	basil
	For the pesto:
200 g	rocket
60 g	pine nuts
40 g	freshly grated Parmesan cheese
250 ml	olive oil
some	salt and pepper

Instructions

Slice the leek lengthwise in 5-7 cm long stripes. Wash and peel the potatoes and cut them in 5-7 cm long stripes. Cook the potato stripes in salted water for 10 minutes or until done. Drain.

Purée the rocket and the pine nuts. Stir in the Parmesan and olive oil and mix until well combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Place the potato and the leek stripes in a shallow dish, sprinkle with pesto and allow to steep in the fridge for 1 hour.

Spread the Parma ham slices on the kitchen surface, divide on each slice some potato and leek stripes. Roll up and sprinkle with pepper.

Arrange the rolls on a service platter and garnish with basil. Serve with the remaining pesto.

Preparation time:
ca. 30 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 10 min
Resting time:
ca. 1 hr
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a