Zesty Lemon Garlic Scape Pesto Recipe (Print Version)

Bright and tangy lemon garlic scape pesto a perfect blend of fresh flavors, great for pasta, dips, or spreads.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American/Italian Fusion
Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1 cup garlic scapes, chopped
02 - 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
03 - 1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
04 - 1/2 cup olive oil
05 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
06 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Instructions:

01 - Wash and chop garlic scapes, measure out other ingredients.
02 - Gently toast pine nuts in a skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently.
03 - Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Pulse until smooth. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

# Notes:

01 - Taste as you go—seasoning adjustments are key! Experiment with greens like basil for a twist.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Food processor
02 - sharp knife
03 - skillet

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 200
Total Fat: 18g
Total Carbohydrate: 5g
Protein: 4g

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