Stinging Nettle Pesto

Stinging Nettle Pesto

Gluten Free

Basic Information

  • Servings: 12
  • Ready in: 45 minutes
  • Preparation time: -
  • Cooking time: -
  • Rating: 89.32
  • Health score: 44.00
  • Weight Watcher points: 2.00

Summary

Stinging Nettle Pesto might be a good recipe to expand your condiment recipe box. One serving contains 91 calories, 4g of protein, and 7g of fat. This recipe serves 12 and costs $2.21 per serving. 7 people were glad they tried this recipe. This recipe from Foodista requires stinging nettles, lemon juice, pine nuts, and salt and pepper. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, primal, and ketogenic diet. Taking all factors into account, this recipe earns a spoonacular score of 90%, which is amazing. If you like this recipe, take a look at these similar recipes: Dh's Stinging Nettle Saute, Stinging Nettle Soup, and Stinging Nettle and Sharp Cheddar Omelet.

Ingredients

  • stinging nettles
    stinging nettles6 cups
  • parmesan
    parmesan0.5 cup
  • pine nuts
    pine nuts0.5 cup
  • garlic cloves
    garlic cloves5 large
  • olive oil
    olive oil0.5 cup
  • lemon juice
    lemon juice1 tablespoon
  • salt and pepper
    salt and pepper12 servings
Instructions

Step 1

Using tongs, blanche nettles for a minute or two in boiling water to neutralize the sting.

Step 2

Remove to a salad spinner and shake off excess water, then ball up your nettles and give one good squeeze to wring out more water.

Step 3

Chop nettles and add to a food processor with roasted pine nuts (or walnuts, if you prefer), grated Parmesan, garlic cloves, lemon juice, and seasoning.

Step 4

Pour half the olive oil in and...Whirrrr.

Step 5

Pour the rest of the oil in. Whir again, until your preferred consistency.

Categories

Dish Types: condiment, dip, sauce, spread

Diets: gluten free, primal, ketogenic

Source Information

Source: Foodista

License: CC BY 3.0

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