Spinach Pesto
Brighten up your meals with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Spinach Pesto! Combining the earthy richness of fresh spinach and basil with the nutty crunch of pine nuts and the bright zing of lemon juice, this pesto is a fresh twist on a classic. Grated Parmesan cheese adds a savory depth, while extra virgin olive oil ensures a luxuriously smooth texture. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy green pesto is perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it over your favorite pasta, as a sandwich spread, or as a flavorful dip for veggies and crackers. Packed with antioxidants and bursting with flavor, this Spinach Pesto is a versatile and healthy choice that’ll delight your taste buds. Ideal for anyone looking for quick, homemade recipes with fresh, wholesome ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup Pine nuts
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the fresh spinach and basil leaves thoroughly under cold running water, then pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Place the spinach, basil, grated Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and peeled garlic cloves into the bowl of a food processor.
Pulse the mixture several times until the ingredients are coarsely chopped and start to combine.
Add the lemon juice, then pulse again to incorporate the juice with the chopped ingredients.
With the processor running, slowly pour in the extra virgin olive oil in a steady stream. Continue blending until the pesto is smooth and creamy.
Season the pesto with salt and black pepper to taste, pulsing briefly to combine.
Transfer the spinach pesto to a serving bowl or airtight container. If not using immediately, refrigerate and use within a week.
Serve the pesto over pasta, as a spread on bread or sandwiches, or as a dip with vegetables or crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1389 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.6 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.7 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1926 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 565 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 773 mg | 16% | |
*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.
