How to Make Garlic Scape Pesto on Spinach Linguine - A Step-by-Step Guide

Garlic scapes are the green, curly shoots that grow from hard-neck garlic plants. They have a mild, garlic-like flavor and are a versatile ingredient in many dishes. One of the best ways to enjoy garlic scapes is by turning them into a delicious pesto, which can be used as a sauce for pasta, a spread for sandwiches, or a topping for grilled meats.

This recipe for Garlic Scape Pesto on Spinach Linguine is a fresh and flavorful summer dish that is sure to become a staple in your recipe ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package spinach linguine
  • ½ pint grape tomatoes, cut into thirds
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup garlic scapes, chopped
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
  • 4 sun-dried tomatoes
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • cooking spray
  • 1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.
  • While pasta boils, process grape tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, garlic scapes, olive oil, basil leaves, sun-dried tomatoes, and lemon juice in a food processor until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
  • Prepare a large skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Cook spinach leaves in hot skillet until slightly wilted, about 3 minutes; add drained linguine and pesto sauce. Cook and stir to coat linguine is sauce and until everything is hot, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    185 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 207mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 150mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 434mg