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Arugula, walnuts, lemon, and garlic combine to make versatile arugula walnut pesto.

Arugula Walnut Pesto

LindySez
Arugula Walnut Pesto is a peppery earthy addition to so many dishes. Use it on pasta, vegetables, or meats.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Sauces, Dressings & Condiments
Cuisine American
Servings 1 cup
Calories 192 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups arugula
  • ½ cup toasted walnuts
  • 2 large cloves garlic
  • 1 ½ to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice about ½ a large lemon
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup grated pecorino Romano cheese or parmesan
  • Salt as needed

Instructions
 

  • Place the arugula, walnuts, and garlic in the work bowl of a food processor and using on/off pulses, pulse until finely chopped. With the motor on, add the lemon juice and olive oil and blend until almost smooth. Add the cheese and pulse until incorporated. Taste and add salt as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsSodium: 95mgFiber: 1gCholesterol: 4mgCalories: 192kcalPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gFat: 19gProtein: 4gCarbohydrates: 2g
Keyword hearty pesto, non-basil pesto, peppery pesto, pesto
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