Radish Greens Pesto
A delicious and sustainable pesto made from radish greens. Use it for pasta or as a spread for crostinis.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving: Calories: 118 kcal, Fat: 10 g, Sodium: 185 mg, Carbohydrate: 4 g, Protein: 5 g
Descriptions
This radish greens pesto is a wonderful way to reduce food waste and create a fresh, vibrant sauce. Often discarded, radish greens are packed with nutrients and flavor. This pesto is quick to make and requires only a few basic ingredients.
It’s ideal for tossing with pasta or using as a spread on crostinis. The result is a piquant and fresh-tasting sauce that adds a unique twist to your dishes.
Directions
1- Coarsely chop the radish greens and place them in a blender with the pine nuts, garlic, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
2- Gradually drizzle in the olive oil while blending, until the mixture becomes creamy.
3- Add the parmesan and blend again until fully incorporated.
Note's
For a vegetarian version, skip the parmesan or substitute with a vegetarian alternative. You can also replace pine nuts with walnuts or sunflower seeds for a different flavor. Adjust the lemon juice and garlic according to your taste.
Ingredients
- 8.8 oz (250 g) radish greens
- 1 oz (1/4 cup) pine nuts
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/3 cup (2.4 fl oz) olive oil
- 1.4 oz (1/3 cup) parmesan (optional)
