SPINACH-BASIL PESTO

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Toss this rich, garlicky pesto with pasta or use as a spread. It also freezes well for fresh flavor over the winter. -Jaye Beeler, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 garlic cloves, halved
3 cups fresh baby spinach
1-1/2 cups loosely packed basil leaves
3/4 cup chopped walnuts or pine nuts, toasted
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
3/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Place garlic in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Add spinach, basil and walnuts. Pulse until chopped. Add cheese, salt and pepper. Continue processing while gradually adding oil in a steady stream. Freeze option: Freeze pesto in freezer containers. To use, thaw in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Shehzad baloch
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This pesto is delicious! It's so easy to make and it's so versatile. I've used it as a pasta sauce, a marinade for chicken, and even as a spread for sandwiches. It's always amazing.


Iveta Dzivanovska
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This pesto is so good! I love the way the spinach and basil flavors complement each other. It's the perfect sauce for pasta or grilled chicken.


Bubu Bär
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This pesto is amazing! It's so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the combination of spinach and basil.


Mohamedi Gweli
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I'm not usually a fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Moore Harris
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This is the best pesto I've ever had! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.


mcguffers
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This pesto is so versatile. I've used it as a pasta sauce, a marinade for chicken, and even as a spread for sandwiches. It's always delicious.


Hamad Tanoli
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I love that this recipe uses spinach and basil. It gives the pesto a unique flavor that I really enjoy.


Ashanti Pearl
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This recipe is a keeper! The pesto is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I've already used it in several dishes and it's always a hit.


AZIZ Khan AZIZ Khan
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This pesto is amazing! It's so flavorful and versatile. I love using it as a pasta sauce, but it's also great on grilled chicken or fish, or even just as a dip with some vegetables.


Shahin Ahmed
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I've made this pesto several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect sauce for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Tia Sellick
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This pesto is so good, I could eat it by the spoonful! It's so flavorful and addictive.


Lovey Mary
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I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. The spinach and basil flavors are perfectly balanced, and the pine nuts add a nice crunch.


Maxamaed Maxamaed
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This pesto is the perfect way to use up leftover spinach and basil. It's so much better than store-bought pesto, and it's so easy to make.


Minu Akther
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I love the versatility of this pesto. I've used it in so many different dishes, and it always adds a delicious flavor. It's my new go-to sauce!


Mohsin Faraz
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This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner like me. I was able to make it in under 30 minutes, and it turned out perfectly.


Sadoro Gaincho
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I was skeptical about the addition of spinach to pesto, but I was pleasantly surprised! It gives the sauce a beautiful green color and a slightly earthy flavor that complements the basil perfectly.


HUSKY
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This pesto is incredible! I've made it twice now, and it's so flavorful and versatile. I love using it as a pasta sauce, but it's also great on grilled chicken or fish, or even just as a dip with some crusty bread.