Arugula Pesto Recipe

Ingredients for Arugula Pesto

• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 2 cups packed arugula leaves
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• Fresh Lemon Juice
• Garlic Cloves
• Salt to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

How to Make Arugula Pesto

1. Toast 1/4 cup sunflower seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned, stirring frequently.
2. Transfer the toasted sunflower seeds to a food processor.
3. Add 2 cups packed arugula leaves, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 2 cloves garlic to the food processor.
4. Process until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
5. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add more olive oil if needed to reach desired consistency.