Sorrel Pesto - A Wild Kitchen Manifesto
Sorrel Pesto
🍋 Common Sorrel
(Rumex acetosa)
Bright, lemony, and absolutely zingy—Common Sorrel is the tangy hero of the wild food world. The young leaves pack a citrus punch perfect for soups, salads, pestos, and anything that needs a bit of botanical bite.
👉 Sow some zing with Common Sorrel
Ingredients:
• 1 handful Common Sorrel
• 1 handful fresh basil
• Olive oil (about 4 tbsp)
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
• 1 tbsp pine nuts or sunflower seeds
• 1 small garlic clove
• Salt & lemon to taste
Method:
1. Blitz everything in a blender until smooth.
2. Taste and adjust with extra lemon or salt.
3. Store in a jar for up to a week.
Serving Tip: Use on pasta, swirl on soup, or spread on everything.
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