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How To Make the *BEST* SPINACH PESTO - Vegan Pesto Recipe (easy)

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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
3 cups loosely packed spinach
1/2 cup walnut or pecan
2 - 3 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
2 tablespoons olive oil
lemon zest
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

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

Toast nuts for 5 minutes. Then combine them with garlic in food processor and pulse.

2

Add everything else and process until well combined.

3

Store pesto in an air-tight container in the fridge, or eat with pasta immediately.

Cooking Techniques

blendingtoasting

Equipment Needed

food processor

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegan

Allergens

tree-nutsmilk

Also Known As

Spinach Basil PestoGreen Pesto
Local Name: Pesto di spinaci

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