Garlic Scape Pesto
A flavorful twist on classic pesto using garlic scapes for a vibrant, garlicky kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup garlic scapes, chopped
- 1/2 cup pine nuts or walnuts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Thoroughly wash garlic scapes and chop into smaller pieces.
- Toast the Nuts: In a skillet over medium heat, toast your nuts for about 5 minutes.
- Blend the Base: In a food processor, combine garlic scapes and toasted nuts until grainy.
- Incorporate the Cheese: Add grated Parmesan and pulse to combine.
- Drizzle in the Olive Oil: Slowly add olive oil while the processor is running to emulsify.
- Season to Perfection: Taste and adjust salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Final Pulse: Blend until smooth and well-combined.
Notes
You can substitute nutritional yeast for a vegan option or use sunflower seeds for a nut-free alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: garlic scape, pesto, vegetarian, sauces, Italian cooking