Made with wholesome ingredients in a matter of minutes, pesto is one of those foods that offers a big bang for the buck. It lends so much flavor, enhances so many foods and is so healthy that it would be wise for everyone to keep a batch in the fridge for quick use. This simple recipe incorporates spinach instead of basil with garlic, pine nuts, lemon and freshly grated parmesan cheese. Toss it with pasta, spread it on sandwiches, use it to top steak, burgers and grilled chicken, or serve it as a dip with chips and veggies. The possibilities are practically endless and eternally tasty.
Simple Spinach Pesto
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 174 kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups spinach
- 1/2 cup olive oil divided
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp. sea salt
- Pinch pepper
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Pinch red chili pepper flakes optional
Instructions
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In food processor, combine all ingredients using only ¼ cup olive oil. Blend on low setting while slowly adding remaining ¼ cup olive oil.
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Once combined, taste and adjust seasoning.
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Refrigerate until use.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Simple Spinach Pesto
Amount Per Serving
Calories 174
Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 11g
Cholesterol 3mg1%
Sodium 183mg8%
Potassium 105mg3%
Carbohydrates 2g1%
Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugar 0.3g0%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 1084IU22%
Vitamin C 3mg4%
Calcium 41mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.