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Spinach and Walnut Pesto.
Author
Catriona Bradfield
Savor the Earthy Goodness of Spinach and Walnuts in Every Spoonful
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Prep Time
10
minutes
mins
Total Time
10
minutes
mins
Course
Pasta
Cuisine
Italian
Servings
4
Calories
239
kcal
Equipment
Food Processor
Ingredients
½
⅔
¾
1x
1¼
1.5
2
3x
60
g
(
2
cups
)
spinach leaves
60
g
(
½
cup
)
walnuts
30
g
(
¼
cup
)
parmesan
2
cloves
garlic
60
ml
(
¼
cup
)
olive oil
2
tbsp
lemon juice
salt
to taste
Instructions
In a dry skillet, toast the walnuts over medium heat until fragrant, stirring occasionally. Let them cool.
In a food processor, combine the spinach leaves, toasted walnuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic cloves. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
Add the lemon juice and pulse a few more times to incorporate.
Season with salt to taste.
Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
You can serve this spinach pesto over pasta, spread it on sandwiches or wraps, or use it as a dip. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Spinach and Walnut Pesto.
Amount per Serving
Calories
239
% Daily Value*
Fat
22.9
g
35
%
Saturated Fat
4.5
g
28
%
Cholesterol
5
mg
2
%
Sodium
86
mg
4
%
Potassium
184
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
6.4
g
2
%
Fiber
0.8
g
3
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
5.3
g
11
%
Calcium
92
mg
9
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword
Egg Free, Gluten Free, Keto, low carb, Low FODMAP, Paleo, Vegetarian
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