Crispy Garlic Scape Pesto Recipe with Toasted Pine Nuts
A flavorful and easy-to-make pesto featuring crispy garlic scapes and toasted pine nuts, perfect for enhancing pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup garlic scapes, chopped
- 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- In a food processor, combine chopped garlic scapes, toasted pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Pulse the mixture while slowly drizzling in the olive oil until the pesto reaches a smooth consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, adding lemon juice if desired for brightness.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
Toast pine nuts carefully to avoid burning. Use fresh garlic scapes for best flavor. Pesto can be frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 cu
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
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