Black Olive and Basil Pesto Slices
QimiQ Benefits
- Prevents moisture migration, pastry remains fresh and dry for longer
- Enhances the natural taste of added ingredients
- Binds with oil
- Reduces discoloration
- Longer presentation times possible under proper refrigeration
- Quick and simple preparation
Minutes
25
Difficulty
easy


Ingredients
For 10 portions
For the basil pesto
100g
QimiQ Classic, room temperature
80g
Olive oil
70g
Basil, finely chopped
20g
Parsley, finely chopped
100g
Parmesan, finely grated
90g
Almonds, blanched
10g
Capers
Salt and pepper
For the black olive pesto
100g
QimiQ Classic
80g
Olive oil
15g
Arugula [Rocket leaf], finely chopped
170g
Black olives, finely chopped
100g
Parmesan, finely grated
40g
Pepitas, roasted
8g
Garlic, finely chopped
8ml
Balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper
For the base
500g
Puff pastry
Preparation
- For the basil pesto, whisk QimiQ Classic smooth. Slowly add the olive oil and continue to whisk until smooth and entirely incorporated. Add the remaining ingredients, season to taste and chill well.
- For the black olive pesto, whisk QimiQ Classic smooth. Slowly add the olive oil and continue to whisk until smooth and entirely incorporated. Add the remaining ingredients, season to taste and chill well.
- For the base, place the puff pastry on a sheet pan lined with parchment and dock it. Cover with a second sheet of parchment and two additional sheet pans to weigh down. Bake at 375° F with convection until golden brown. Cut into strips 15 x 30 inches and allow to cool.
- Spread the pesto approx. 2.5 inches deep onto the pastry, portion and serve decorated with peeled yellow and purple tomatoes, edible flowers, balsamic glaze etc.
Hints
- To ensure a natural green colour for the pesto, do not puree the herbs in a food processor. Instead chop the herbs by hand and fold into the final product.