Walnut Garlic Scape Pesto Recipe: Simple & Delicious (Print Version)
Make this vibrant Walnut Garlic Scape Pesto with rich, nutty flavors. Perfect for pasta, dips, or as a spread.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Dietary: Vegetarian, Vegan-Friendly
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
01 -
1 cup garlic scapes, roughly chopped
02 -
1/4 cup walnuts
03 -
1/3 cup olive oil
04 -
Salt to taste
→ Optional Ingredients
05 -
Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast
06 -
Red pepper flakes
# Instructions:
01 -
Wash garlic scapes thoroughly and chop into smaller pieces for easy blending.
02 -
In a food processor, combine garlic scapes, walnuts, olive oil, and salt. Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides occasionally.
03 -
Taste your pesto and adjust seasoning or ingredients as needed. Transfer to a jar or bowl.
# Notes:
01 -
Leftovers can be frozen. Add red pepper flakes for extra spice.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
Cutting board
02 -
sharp knife
03 -
food processor/blender
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 200
Total Fat: 18g
Total Carbohydrate: 4g
Protein: 4g