Pea Pesto

Pea pesto is a vibrant and nutritious alternative to traditional basil pesto, with the sweet freshness of peas adding a delightful twist.

This is vegan, gluten free and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 15 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 9.

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Pea Pesto

Cooking Method: Blending, Mixing Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean Courses: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Quick Meals Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 5 min Total Time 15 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 760

Best Season: Spring

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Frozen Peas
• 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
• 2 tablespoon Pine Nuts
• 1 clove Garlic Clove
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• ¹⁄₂ cup Olive Oil
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

1. Cook the peas in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water.
2. In a food processor, combine the cooked peas, basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic clove, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Process until smooth.
3. Transfer the pea pesto to a bowl and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
4. Serve with pasta, bread, or as a dip with vegetables.
5. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 190kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 13g20%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 4g

Protein 6g12%

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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.