Vibrant Garlic Scape Pesto Recipe (Print Version)
Learn how to make vibrant garlic scape pesto with simple ingredients. Perfect for sauces, spreads, and dips!
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Italian
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
1 cup Garlic Scapes
02 -
1/2 cup Pine Nuts
03 -
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
→ Seasonings & Spices
04 -
1 tsp Salt
05 -
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
→ Flavor Boosters
06 -
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
07 -
2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
→ Optional Extras
08 -
Red Pepper Flakes
# Instructions:
01 -
Toss pine nuts in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant and lightly golden. Watch closely, they burn fast!
02 -
Roughly chop garlic scapes. Don't stress about perfection!
03 -
Combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until smooth, but don't over-process.
04 -
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper to your liking.
05 -
Transfer pesto to an airtight jar.
06 -
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to a week. Enjoy on pasta, chicken, or straight from the jar!
# Notes:
01 -
Toasting the pine nuts really brings out their flavor.
02 -
Store pesto in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Don't microwave it!
03 -
Walnuts or sunflower seeds can be used instead of pine nuts.
04 -
Serve with crusty bread and a glass of chilled white wine.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Food processor
02 -
small saucepan
03 -
airtight jar
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 250 calories
Total Fat: 20 grams
Total Carbohydrate: 10 grams
Protein: 5 grams