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Spinach Pesto

A twist on your standard pesto, earthy and fresh spinach pesto
Course Dinner, Main Course, Sauce
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Pasta, Pesto
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 5 people
Calories 195kcal

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Ingredients

  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts toasted
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup basil
  • 10-12 oz Spinach 1 package or 3-4 cups
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Combine garlic, pine nuts, and cheese in food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
  • Add in basil and spinach to the food processor. You might need to add in sections depending on how large your food processor is.
  • Once all the basil and spinach are finely chopped, turn the food processor on the slowest setting and incorporate the extra virgin olive oil slowly.
  • Add salt & pepper to taste. Pesto should be creamy and not swiming in oil.

Notes

If you want to cut the raw garlic tase cook the pesto for 2-3 minutes prior to adding your pasta. I know so taboo. 

Nutrition

Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 206mg | Potassium: 383mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 5650IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 185mg | Iron: 2mg