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Spinach Pesto Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from the Liguria region of Italy, pesto is traditionally made with basil, but spinach offers a delightful twist. This vibrant sauce embodies the Italian ethos of using fresh, simple ingredients to create bold flavors. Today, spinach pesto is embraced globally, often used in pasta dishes, sandwiches, and as a dip, showcasing its versatility and appeal.

ItalianITother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4.5 oz (127 g) Baby Spinach
1/4 Cup Walnuts
1 Garlic Clove
1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 Tbsp Olive Oil
1/2 Lime
Salt
Black Pepper Powder

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts are more affordable while maintaining a similar texture.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and suitable for vegan diets.

1

Wash baby spinach thoroughly.

2

Peel and roughly chop the garlic clove.

3

Combine baby spinach, walnuts, and garlic in a food processor.

4

Pulse until coarsely chopped, scraping down the sides as needed.

5

With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until the mixture is smooth.

6

Add the juice of half a lime, salt, and black pepper to taste; blend until combined.

7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

8

Transfer to a bowl or jar and stir in grated parmesan cheese if using.

Cooking Techniques

blendingtoasting

Equipment Needed

food processor

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

tree-nutsmilk

Also Known As

Pesto alla Spinaci
Local Name: Salsa al Pesto di Spinaci

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