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Zesty Spinach Pesto

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This Zesty Spinach Pesto is a vibrant and flavorful blend of fresh spinach and walnuts. It’s quick to make and perfect for enhancing meals, whether tossed with pasta or spread on sandwiches.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 2 cups 1x

Ingredients

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  • 6½ cups fresh spinach, packed
  • ¾ cup walnuts
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • ½ cup flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (with stems)
  • ½ cup cilantro, roughly chopped (with stems)
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • ¼ to ½ teaspoon red chili flakes
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  • Blend spinach, walnuts, garlic, red wine vinegar, parsley, cilantro, lemon juice, and red chili flakes until finely chopped.
  • With the blender running, slowly drizzle in olive oil for a creamy texture.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and additional olive oil or water if needed.

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Notes

Fresh ingredients yield the best flavor.
Adjust red chili flakes based on spice preference.
For thicker pesto, add more olive oil or water.

  • Author: Marry
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 0
  • Sodium: 30
  • Fat: 7
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 4
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 2
  • Cholesterol: 0