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Spinach Pesto

Cultural Context

Pesto originated in the Liguria region of Italy, where it was traditionally made with basil, garlic, pine nuts, and olive oil. The vibrant green sauce is a staple in Italian cuisine, often served with pasta or as a spread. Spinach pesto is a delightful variation that adds a nutritious twist, making it popular among health-conscious cooks. Today, pesto has gained global popularity, with many variations using different herbs and nuts.

ItalianITother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cup (120 g) Spinach
0.5 cup (10 g) Fresh basil
2 Garlic cloves
0.25 cup (30 g) Pine nuts
0.33 cup (40 g) Parmesan grated
0.5 Lemon (juice only)
2 pinch Sea salt
2 pinch Ground black pepper
0.33 cup (80 ml) Extra virgin olive oil

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and provide a nutty flavor.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and dairy-free.

1

Put all of the ingredients (except the oil) into a food processor.

2

Blend everything well.

3

Slowly add the oil, while continuing to blend.

Cooking Techniques

blendingtoasting

Equipment Needed

food processor

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

tree-nutsmilk

Also Known As

Spinach Basil PestoGreen Pesto
Local Name: Pesto di spinaci

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