Walnut Parsley Pesto Recipe - Easy Raw Walnut Garlic Herb Spread

Start by crushing garlic with a pinch of kosher salt in a mortar and pestle until it forms a paste.

Add raw walnuts to the garlic and continue to smash and mash until it reaches a coarse paste.

Chop about 1/2 cup of freshly chopped parsley before adding it to the mixture.

Pound the parsley into the walnut mixture until well combined.

Add freshly squeezed lemon juice and a tablespoon or two of extra virgin olive oil to the mixture.

Stir, mash, and emulsify the mixture with the pestle until thick.

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with more salt if needed.

Drizzle in a couple teaspoons of water to lighten the texture, mixing well with a whisk or small spoon if necessary.

Once adjusted, the walnut and parsley pesto is ready to use.

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