Pesto, pronto! If you’re like us, you love a good pesto. On a sandwich, on some pasta, or even a spoonful out of the fridge when nobody’s looking – we don’t care much, as long as we get our pesto. Take a walk on the Italian side tonight and whip up some of this super simple, super delicious pesto!
Spinach Basil Pesto Recipe Instructions
spinach basil pesto recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients
Directions
- 4 cups spinach
- 2 cups basil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon
- Place the spinach, basil, garlic, garlic, lemon juice, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper in a food processor or blender. Turn on the machine and blend for 30 seconds. Slowly stream in the olive oil while the machine is running. Process until smooth.
- Serve with pasta, veggies, chicken, fish, as a spread, whatever, really! You can store the pesto in a jar or container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. This pesto also freezes well. Enjoy!
