Jeremy Middleton
@jermid
Pepita Pesto Sauce
A vibrant and nutty pesto made with fresh parsley, basil, and pepitas, perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Diet:vegan
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:7
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Total time10 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup
- 1/3 cup
- 1 (2/3 ounce) package
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 cup
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Pepita Pesto Sauce.
Step 1
To create a vibrant and flavorful pesto, start by gathering your fresh ingredients.
Step 2
In the bowl of your food processor, toss in a generous handful of fresh parsley, a handful of pepitas for a delightful crunch, and a handful of fresh basil for that aromatic touch.
Step 3
Squeeze in some zesty lemon juice, add a splash of water, and sprinkle in a bit of garlic salt to enhance the flavors.
Step 4
Now, pulse the mixture until it transforms into a coarse meal, releasing those wonderful herbal aromas.
Step 5
As you keep the food processor running, slowly drizzle in some extra-virgin olive oil, watching as the ingredients blend together beautifully.
Step 6
Give it a few more pulses until your pesto reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.
Step 7
This vibrant sauce is perfect for drizzling over pasta, spreading on sandwiches, or even as a dip for fresh veggies.
Step 8
Enjoy the burst of flavor in every bite!.