Radish Leaf Radish Top Pesto
Transform your kitchen scraps into culinary gold with this vibrant and flavorful Radish Leaf Radish Top Pesto! Bursting with fresh, nutrient-packed radish greens and fragrant basil, this no-cook recipe is a delightfully sustainable twist on traditional pesto. Combined with savory parmesan, crunchy walnuts, and zesty lemon juice, it delivers a rich, creamy texture and bold flavor profile that's perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is a celebration of waste-free cooking and bold, earthy flavors. Say goodbye to food waste and hello to a tangy, herby masterpiece that will elevate any dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups radish leaves
- 0.5 cups fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cups parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cups raw walnuts
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 0.5 cups extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Thoroughly rinse the radish leaves under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In a food processor, combine the radish leaves, fresh basil, parmesan cheese, walnuts, and garlic cloves.
Pulse the mixture a few times to begin breaking it down.
While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture becomes a smooth paste.
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend again until all the ingredients are fully incorporated and the pesto reaches a creamy consistency.
Taste the pesto and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Transfer the pesto to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. It can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.6 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.2 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 1582 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.0 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.2 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 746 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1113 mg | 24% | |
*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.
