Garlic Scape Pesto

Garlic Scape Pesto
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    10 mins
  • SERVING
    28 People
  • VIEWS
    198

Embrace the fleeting flavors of spring with this vibrant Garlic Scape Pesto. Made with the tender, curled shoots of the garlic plant, this pesto offers a unique garlicky punch, perfect for elevating pasta dishes, enhancing simple appetizers, or adding a zesty twist to your favorite sandwiches.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    6 g
  • Cholesterol
    3 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    58 mg
  • Sugar
    0 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Gather all ingredients for optimal efficiency. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 2 mins In a food processor, combine the garlic scapes, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and lemon juice. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Process until the mixture is smooth, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even incorporation. (Process time: 3-5 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Season with freshly ground black pepper to your preference. (Taste and adjust seasoning: 1 minute)

For a richer flavor, try toasting the garlic scapes lightly before processing.
Store the pesto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage. When freezing, consider portioning the pesto into ice cube trays for easy use.
Experiment with different cheeses! Pecorino Romano or Asiago cheese can offer interesting flavor variations.
If you want a vegan option, substitute nutritional yeast for the Parmesan cheese.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 66 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Maurine Swift

    I added some toasted walnuts and it was amazing!

  • Merritt Boyer

    This recipe is a game-changer! I never knew what to do with my garlic scapes before.

  • Winona Herman

    A great alternative to traditional basil pesto.

  • Green Terry

    Freezes really well, so I can enjoy it long after scape season is over.

  • Cristopher Green

    So easy to make and the flavor is incredible. My family loves it!

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