PestoRinga

PestoRinga

(moringa pesto) : revitalize with your pesto!

Imagine a pesto made from moringa powder, and PestoRinga is born! Composed of extra virgin olive oil from Morocco, coriander, white pepper of Penja, lemon juice, basil, moringa powder, Parmesan, garlic, and peanut powder, PestoRinga will spice up all your vegetable and pasta stir-fries. It will also make a noticeable addition to your sandwiches or hamburgers.

The Indian tradition of Ayurveda states that the leaves of Moringa could cure up to 300 diseases. Moringa’s nutritional virtues are numerous, composed of 30% protein and 15% fiber. It also contains phytonutrients, a large quantity of vitamin B, vitamins A, C, and E, minerals such as magnesium, potassium, iron, and calcium, and amino acids.

Pesto, of Italian origin, is traditionally made from a blend of basil, olive oil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. It can be enjoyed on pizzas, pasta, carpaccios, and even steaks! Pesto is a very tasty and easy-to-make topping that has been adapted over the years to make a super-nutritious variation with moringa powder: PestoRinga.

Once opened, the jars can be kept for 10 days in the refrigerator. You can freeze them in small ready-to-use cubes and use them when the time comes. For those who want to try their own pesto at home, don’t forget to get the ingredients you need from your favorite market: Marché Afritibi.