Spinach Pesto
This Spinach Pesto is vibrant, packed with flavor and made with fresh, simple ingredients. It pairs perfectly with various foods including pasta, pizza, bread and so much more!
Equipment
- 1 food processor
Ingredients
- 2 cups spinach packed
- ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
- ½ cup pepitas
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup olive oil plus more for a smoother texture
- 1 ½ tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor, add the pepitas, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Pulse until chopped.
- Add the spinach, basil and parmesan cheese and pulse until combined.
- Drizzle in the olive oil while the food processor is still running. Pulse until thoroughly combined. Add more oil or water for a smoother texture.
Notes
You can swap out the pepitas for any nut of your choice.
You can try substituting the spinach for other greens such as kale.
Pesto can last in the fridge in an airtight container for up to two weeks. You can also freeze pesto for up to six months.