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Garlic Scape Pesto

Garlic Scape Pesto

A vibrant, seasonal twist on traditional pesto using fresh garlic scapes, toasted pine nuts, and sharp Parmesan cheese. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or grilled meats.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1.5 cups
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 10 large scapes garlic scapes
  • 0.5 cup pine nuts
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Wash the garlic scapes and trim off the tough woody ends and the flowery tips.
  2. Roughly chop the scapes into 1-inch pieces to help the food processor blend them evenly.
  3. Place the chopped garlic scapes and toasted pine nuts into a food processor and pulse until finely minced.
  4. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then pulse a few more times to combine.
  5. With the food processor running on low, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze in ice cube trays for long-term storage.
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