WALNUT AND PARSLEY PESTO
I hope this walnut and parsley version serves as a reminder that 'pesto' is not a recipe, but a technique. The buttery walnuts temper the fire of the mashed garlic and pair beautifully with the aromatic, bittersweet parsley. Use on toasted bread, pizza or pasta, or on roasted chicken--it's that versatile!
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place garlic and salt in a mortar; smash and mash with the pestle until it becomes a paste, 5 to 8 minutes. Add walnuts; mash walnuts into a paste until you reach your desired texture (coarse or smoother), another 5 to 8 minutes. Add parsley and mash to break up and blend with the walnut/garlic mixture, about 4 minutes. Add lemon juice and olive oil; stir, mash, and emulsify liquids into the mixture until it becomes very thick and well blended, 8 to 10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. If mixture seems too thick, whisk in a tablespoon of water, or as needed.
- Spread on bread, use on pizza or pasta, or on roasted chicken. The taste is just like garlic butter, so use it as such.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 77.6 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
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Finian Gta
[email protected]This pesto is amazing! I love the combination of walnuts and parsley. It's so unique and delicious.
Dagim Gatnet
[email protected]I love this pesto. It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on pasta, chicken, and fish, and it's always a hit.
Atali Alfred
[email protected]This is the best pesto recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it tastes incredible. I highly recommend it!
Tonny Parker
[email protected]I made this pesto for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.
NGWAKO MUSHUGWA
[email protected]This pesto is the perfect addition to any dish. It's flavorful, versatile, and easy to make. I highly recommend it!
saddiqa urooj
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Faizangill
[email protected]This pesto is amazing! I love the combination of walnuts and parsley. It's so unique and delicious.
Morgan Stinson
[email protected]I love this pesto. It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on pasta, chicken, and fish, and it's always a hit.
Nourhan Mubarak
[email protected]This is the best pesto recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it tastes incredible. I highly recommend it!
Sheraz Kiani
[email protected]I made this pesto for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.
Henry Gilbert
[email protected]This pesto is the perfect addition to any dish. It's flavorful, versatile, and easy to make. I highly recommend it!
Rumaisa Bhoury
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ebube Timothy
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to use up leftover parsley. I always have a bunch of parsley in my fridge, and this is a great way to use it up.
Ashley DAVIS
[email protected]I love that this pesto is made with walnuts instead of pine nuts. It's a great way to save money and it still tastes delicious.
Christina Vel√°zquez
[email protected]This pesto is so versatile. I've used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dip for vegetables. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Zeeshan Bhatti
[email protected]I've tried many pesto recipes, but this one is by far the best. The walnuts and parsley give it a unique flavor that I love.
SherrylVfeeu Sena
[email protected]This is my new favorite pesto recipe. It's so easy to make and it tastes incredible. I highly recommend it!
Pubg Player
[email protected]I made this pesto last night and it was delicious! I used it on grilled chicken and it was the perfect compliment.
Makeresemese Kekana
[email protected]This pesto is amazing! I love the combination of walnuts and parsley. It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on pasta, chicken, and fish, and it's always a hit.