Spinach Pesto
Made with just a handful of everyday ingredients including fresh spinach and parmesan cheese, this healthy sauce goes great with pasta, chicken, veggies, and much more!
Servings : 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1/4- cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4- cup fresh parsley
- 1/2- cup chopped walnuts OR pine nuts
- 1/2- cup parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2- teaspoon lemon zest
- salt and fresh ground pepper , to taste
- 1/3- cup extra virgin olive oil (use more or less for desired consistency)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl with a spatula as necessary.
- Taste for seasoning and adjust accordingly.
- If you prefer a thinner consistency, add more extra virgin olive oil and process until combined.
- Transfer to a jar with a lid.
- Keep in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
Serving: 2 tablespoons | Calories: 156 kcal | Carbohydrates: 2 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 15 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Cholesterol: 4 mg | Sodium: 107 mg | Potassium: 94 mg | Vitamin A: 950 IU | Vitamin C: 5.9 mg | Calcium: 95 mg | Iron: 0.7 mg | Net Carbs: 2 g
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.