Arugula Pesto

Summary

Yield
Source

Cole Cottin, Our Local Food - Kaw River Valley

Prep time30 minutes

Description

The K-State Research and Extension Master Food Volunteers who tested this recipe had this to say: "This was very easy to make. It makes a good alternative use of a vegetable that has been traditionally used in salads. It is an attractive color and does not oxidize as does basil pesto."

Ingredients

  • 2
    c
    arugula, packed
  • 3
    clv
    garlic
  • 1⁄4
    c
    walnuts
  • 1⁄4
    clv
    parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1⁄2
    c
    olive oil
  • 1
     
    salt and pepper to taste
  • 1
     
    lemon juice to taste

Instructions

Blend all ingredients in a blender or food processor.

Notes

Use as a spread on bread, a sauce on pasta or steamed veggies, as an ingredient in marinades or salad dressing - just as you would any other pesto. The mildly bitter flavor of arugula will enhance the tastes of many kinds of foods!

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