Nasturtium Pesto Recipe

Discover the vibrant, peppery flavor of nasturtium leaves in this easy-to-make pesto! Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a vibrant topping for grilled meats and vegetables. This recipe elevates the classic pesto with a unique, slightly spicy kick that will surprise and delight your taste buds.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 910.7 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 2.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Nasturtium Pesto

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How to Make Nasturtium Pesto

  1. Rinse the nasturtium leaves thoroughly and pat them dry.
  2. Combine the nasturtium leaves, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts (or walnuts), garlic, salt, and pepper in a food processor or blender.
  3. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until a smooth paste forms. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or olive oil to your preference.
  5. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

64g

Carbs

1g

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