How to Make Spinach Basil Pesto - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spinach basil pesto is a delicious twist on the classic basil pesto. It’s a vibrant and flavorful sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes, from pasta to sandwiches to salads. This recipe is perfect for those looking to add more greens into their diet, as the addition of spinach gives the pesto a beautiful green color and an extra boost of nutrients.

Spinach basil pesto is incredibly easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients. Fresh basil, spinach, garlic, pine nuts, Par...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups baby spinach leaves
  • ¾ cup fresh basil leaves
  • ½ cup toasted pine nuts
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled and quartered
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 24

  • Place spinach, basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, lemon zest, and pepper into a food processor; blend until nearly smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl with a spatula as necessary.
  • Drizzle remaining olive oil into the mixture while processing until smooth.
  • Enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    67 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 2mg
    • Sodium: 87mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 37mg