Garlic Scape Pesto

Garlic scapes are the curly green shoots that grow from the bulbs of garlic plants. They have a milder flavor compared to garlic cloves and are often used in pesto recipes.

This is vegan, gluten free, low carb and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 15 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: Appetizer, Lunch Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Total Time 15 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Garlic scapes
• 1 cup Basil leaves
• ¹⁄₄ cup Pine nuts
• ¹⁄₂ cup Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• ¹⁄₄ cup Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. In a food processor, combine garlic scapes, basil leaves, pine nuts, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
2. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
3. Add Parmesan cheese and pulse a few times to incorporate.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
5. Serve the garlic scape pesto with pasta, bread, or as a dip.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14g22%

Total Carbohydrate 4g2%

Sugars 1g

Protein 3g6%

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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.