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Garlic Scape Pesto
Garlicky, creamy, nutty & flavorful, Garlic Scape Pesto is a fun & tasty way to use garlic's first yummy gift! Top pasta, sandwiches, meats or more!
Author:
Inger
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Prep Time
5
mins
Total Time
5
mins
Course
Condiments & More
Cuisine
Italian
Servings
6
Calories
296
kcal
Ingredients
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1
cup
garlic scapes
seed head removed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1
cup
basil leaves
loosely packed
1
teaspoon
lemon zest
optional
½
cup
pecans
pinenuts or other nut of your choice
½
t
salt
or to taste
½
cup
olive oil
see note
½
cup
finely grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Put garlic scapes, basil, nuts, lemon zest if using, and salt into food processor. Process until chunky.
Add the olive oil and process until almost smooth (see note). Stir in the grated cheese.
Taste and adjust salt.
Notes
This pesto is not ultra-creamy. If you prefer a smoother version, add some additional olive oil and process a little longer.
Nutrition
Calories:
296
kcal
Carbohydrates:
12
g
Protein:
6
g
Fat:
26
g
Saturated Fat:
4
g
Polyunsaturated Fat:
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat:
17
g
Cholesterol:
6
mg
Sodium:
333
mg
Potassium:
54
mg
Fiber:
2
g
Sugar:
1
g
Vitamin A:
281
IU
Vitamin C:
11
mg
Calcium:
169
mg
Iron:
1
mg
I am not a health professional and nutrition data is calculated programatically. Accuracy may vary with product selection, calculator accuracy, etc. Consult a professional for the best information.
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