Enjoy this gorgeous, bright, green pesto on your favorite protein food or pasta.
Makes 8 servings.
Ingredients
1 cup frozen peas (can also use fresh or canned)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup basil leaves
1 cup spinach (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1/2 cup walnuts
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- For the pesto, add peas, Parmesan cheese, basil, spinach, walnuts and garlic into a food processor or blender.
- Add in water, oil, salt and pepper. Blend until the ingredients are combined to form a thick sauce.
- Place pesto in an airtight container. Refrigerate until needed.
For nutrition information, please visit Pea Pesto at USDA’s MyPlate Kitchen.