Spring Pesto

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups lightly packed basil
  • 1 cup lightly packed arugula
  • 3 ramps
  • 1/4 cup blanched, toasted almonds
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (or more, depending on the desired consistency of your pesto)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the basil, arugula, and ramps and place into a food processor.
  2. Add the almonds, cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, and nutmeg to the food processor.
  3. Add the olive oil, a little at a time, and process until the pesto has reached the desired consistency. If you prefer your pesto a little thinner, add a little more olive oil . Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Serve with pasta or on top of crostini.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

309 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.4g 13% DV
Total Fat 28.9g 37% DV
Carbs 7.7g 3% DV
Fiber 2.5g 9% DV
Sugar 2.9g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10042.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 340.3mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 9mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 149.5mcg 17% DV
Vitamin C 8.3mg 9% DV
Calcium 353.3mg 27% DV
Iron 1.9mg 11% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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