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Pesto Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from the Liguria region of Italy, pesto sauce is a vibrant blend of fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, and cheese. Traditionally served with pasta, it embodies the simplicity and freshness of Italian cuisine. Today, pesto has found its way into various dishes worldwide, inspiring countless adaptations and variations, including sun-dried tomato and spinach pestos.

ItalianITother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups baby spinach, washed
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic
1/2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp salt

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free option, while pecorino is often less expensive.

1

In a food processor, first grind the spinach.

2

Add the rest of the ingredients and blend for 3-5 min until smooth and creamy.

3

Keep refrigerated. Can be stored for up to a week.

Cooking Techniques

blending

Equipment Needed

food processor

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milktree-nuts

Also Known As

Pesto Genovese
Local Name: Pesto

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