Ingredients
Spinach Pesto Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup fresh basil
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2/3 cup olive oil (approximately)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather fresh spinach, basil, peeled garlic cloves, toasted walnuts, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to ensure all ingredients are ready for processing.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the spinach, basil, garlic, walnuts, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper into a food processor for blending.
- Process to Chop: Pulse the mixture in the food processor until the ingredients are finely chopped and well combined.
- Add Olive Oil: With the food processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil, adjusting the amount as needed to reach your desired pesto consistency.
- Store and Serve: Transfer the finished pesto into an airtight container and refrigerate. Serve it over pasta, spread on sandwiches, or as a topping for pizzas.
Notes
- Toast the walnuts lightly before adding to enhance their flavor and aroma.
- Adjust olive oil quantity to achieve preferred pesto thickness.
- Store pesto in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer preservation.
- For a nuttier taste, consider substituting walnuts with pine nuts.
- Add lemon juice if you want a hint of brightness and acidity in your pesto.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
