Spinach Pea Pesto Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Spinach Pea Pesto is a vibrant and nutritious twist on traditional pesto. Made with fresh spinach, sweet peas, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts, this pesto is packed with flavor and nutrients. It has a bright green color and a creamy texture, making it perfect for tossing with pasta, spreading on sandwiches, or using as a dip. The combination of spinach and peas adds a fresh and slightly sweet taste to the pesto, making it a delicious and healthy addition to any meal.

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Ingredients for Spinach Pea Pesto Recipe

  • 1/4 cup Fresh Spinach Leaves
  • 0.13 cup Frozen Sweet Peas, Thawed
  • 1/4 cloves Cloves Garlic
  • 0.03 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 0.03 cup Pine Nuts
  • 0.13 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 0.03 cup Olive Oil
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste

Directions: Spinach Pea Pesto Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a food processor, combine spinach, peas, garlic, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, lemon juice, and olive oil.
  • STEP 2.Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the processor as needed.
  • STEP 3.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • STEP 4.Transfer the pesto to a jar or container and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • STEP 5.Serve the spinach pea pesto with pasta, spread it on sandwiches, or use it as a dip for vegetables or crackers.

Cooking Tips

  • If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can add more olive oil to the pesto.
  • To make the pesto vegan, you can omit the Parmesan cheese or use a vegan alternative.
  • You can also customize the pesto by adding other herbs or spices, such as basil or red pepper flakes, to suit your taste.

Storage and Serving

  • Store the spinach pea pesto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Before serving, let the pesto come to room temperature or gently warm it in a saucepan.
  • Serve the pesto with cooked pasta, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables for a delicious and nutritious meal.
Nutrition
value
171
calories per serving
14 g Fat5 g Protein5 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    14g
  • Protein
    5g
  • Carbs
    5g
  • Fiber
    3g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    5g
  • Protein
    5g
  • Fiber
    3g

Fats

  • Fat
    14g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    130mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    1831mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    49mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    19mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    58mg
  • Manganese
    1mg
  • Phosphorus
    98mg
  • Selenium
    4mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp