Garlic Scape Pesto Benefits (Printable)
Vibrant pesto with fresh garlic scapes. Ideal for pasta, bread, or veggies.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fresh Produce
01 - 1 cup garlic scapes, chopped (about 8-10 scapes)
02 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ Nuts & Seeds
04 - 1/3 cup pine nuts
→ Dairy
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Oils
06 - 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
→ Seasonings
07 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# Directions:
01 - Place garlic scapes, basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper into a food processor. Pulse several times until the mixture is finely chopped.
02 - While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Continue processing until the mixture reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
03 - Taste the pesto and adjust seasoning as needed. Transfer to an airtight jar or container and refrigerate until ready to serve.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You get that punchy garlic flavor without the harsh aftertaste of cloves.
- It comes together in mere minutes but tastes like you labored over it for hours.
02 -
- Do not overblend or the nuts might release too much oil and make the pesto greasy.
- Always add the oil last to ensure you can control the final texture perfectly.
03 -
- Toast the pine nuts lightly in a dry pan before blending to deepen their flavor profile.
- Let the pesto sit for ten minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.