Citrus Spinach Pesto
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this classic recipe with a citrus twist. This pesto combines fresh spinach, crunchy walnuts, lemon juice, and fragrant garlic—all drizzled with olive oil for a rich, creamy texture. Perfect as a pasta dressing, sandwich spread, or fresh vegetable dip, it adds a refreshing burst of flavor to any dish.
Smash and peel <quantity>1</quantity> garlic clove. Remove the core
Add the garlic, <quantity>2<unit>cups</unit></quantity> of picked spinach and <quantity>½<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of walnuts to a blender
Add the juice of <quantity>1</quantity> lemon and <quantity>½<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of nutritional yeast
Add black pepper and salt to taste and <quantity>½<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of extra virgin olive oil
Blend on high speed until smooth. Scrape down the sides if needed. The citrus spinach pesto is ready
Use it right away or store in a airtight container for up to a week. Enjoy!
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