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Dandelion Pesto

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and flavorful pesto made with fresh dandelion greens, perfect for pasta, spreads, and more.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh dandelion greens
  • 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine the fresh dandelion greens, toasted pine nuts, and garlic cloves into your food processor. Pulse until finely chopped.
  2. Incorporate the olive oil slowly while the processor is running.
  3. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and pulse until fully incorporated.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve over pasta, spread on toast, or as a dip for vegetables.

Notes

Dandelion pesto can be stored in the fridge for up to a week. For a vegan version, substitute the Parmesan with nutritional yeast.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg