Cashew and Spinach Pesto Processor Recipe
Elevate your homemade pesto game with this vibrant Cashew and Spinach Pesto Processor Recipe, a quick and delicious twist on the classic spread! Bursting with the wholesome goodness of fresh spinach, aromatic basil, creamy raw cashews, and a tangy hint of lemon juice, this pesto is a nutrient-packed, flavor-forward powerhouse. Grated Parmesan and garlic add richness, while olive oil binds everything into a smooth, silky texture. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you need a quick, versatile condiment. Use it to brighten up pasta, spread it on sandwiches, drizzle over roasted veggies, or serve as a dip for crusty bread. This spinach pesto is not only irresistibly delicious but also easy to customize, with optional water to adjust the consistency to your liking. Healthy, creamy, and endlessly versatile, this pesto will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 2 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
Add the raw cashews to a food processor and pulse several times until they are coarsely chopped.
Add the fresh spinach, basil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic cloves to the food processor with the cashews. Pulse until the mixture begins to combine.
Pour in the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend the mixture until it forms a smooth and creamy pesto. Stop and scrape down the sides of the processor bowl as needed.
If the pesto is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time and blend until you reach your desired consistency.
Taste the pesto and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice, if needed.
Transfer the pesto to a container and use immediately, or store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.9 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.6 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 3037 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 68.4 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1431 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1217 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
