Description
Garlic Scape Pesto offers an irresistible flavor with a simple preparation. With ingredients like fresh basil, walnuts, and parmesan, this tasty pesto is ideal for quick dinners or a healthy meal option. Enjoy it tossed with pasta or as a savory spread!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup garlic scapes, chopped
- ½ cup fresh basil
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese, grated
- ⅓ cup walnuts or pine nuts, toasted
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse the garlic scapes under cold water and pat them dry. Trim tough ends and chop into 1-2 inch pieces.
- Toast walnuts or pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden.
- Let the nuts cool slightly after toasting.
- Combine chopped garlic scapes, basil, nuts, and parmesan cheese in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped but not smooth.
- While processing, slowly drizzle in olive oil, blending until the pesto achieves a smooth but textured consistency.
- Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend for another 10-15 seconds and adjust seasoning as needed.
- If the consistency is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil or water and blend until smooth.
- Store immediately or transfer to an airtight container, covering with a thin layer of olive oil to preserve freshness.
Notes
For an extra zesty flavor, consider adding more lemon juice or adjusting the garlic scape quantity.
This pesto can be used immediately or stored in the fridge for a few days; just keep it covered with olive oil to prevent browning.
Experiment with different nuts like pine nuts or adjust the cheese type according to personal preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 2mg