Garlic Scape Pesto

Garlic scapes are the flower stalks that grow from the bulbs of garlic plants. They have a milder flavor compared to garlic cloves.

This is vegan, gluten free, low carb and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 10 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.

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Garlic Scape Pesto

Cooking Method: Blending Cuisine: Italian Courses: Any, Appetizer Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Total Time 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Spring

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Garlic scapes
• 1 cup Basil leaves
• 0.25 cup Pine nuts
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. In a food processor, combine garlic scapes, basil leaves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
2. Blend until well combined.
3. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while the processor is running until the mixture becomes smooth.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
5. Serve with pasta, bread, or as a dip.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 6g2%

Sugars 1g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.