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Fresh Spinach Pesto

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves packed
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil optional
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts
  • 1 –2 garlic cloves
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil or lemon olive oil
  • Optional: 1–2 tbsp water to thin

Instructions

  • Add spinach, basil (if using), garlic, nuts, lemon, salt, and pepper to a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped.
  • Add Parmesan and pulse again.
  • With the processor running, drizzle in olive oil until the pesto is smooth and creamy.
  • Adjust to taste and thin with water if needed.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze in small portions for future use!