Mushroom Pesto

Mushroom Pesto
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    34

A luxuriously earthy mushroom pesto, vibrant with toasted pine nuts and bright lemon, ready to elevate your pasta, crostini, or serve as a delightful dip. This robust and meatless creation offers a symphony of savory flavors, transforming simple dishes into culinary experiences.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    8 g
  • Cholesterol
    16 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    11 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    474 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    27 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Image Step 01
01 Step

Recipe View 17 mins In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the quartered mushrooms and finely chopped shallot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are softened, deeply browned, and have released their moisture, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.

Image Step 02
02 Step

Recipe View 10 mins Transfer the cooled mushroom mixture to a high-powered blender or food processor. Add the toasted pine nuts, extra-virgin olive oil, vegetable broth, minced garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Pulse until the mixture is finely ground but still retains some texture, scraping down the sides as needed.

Image Step 03
03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Pour the blended mushroom pesto into a mixing bowl. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until thoroughly incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta, spread on crostini, or as a dip.

For a vegan option, substitute nutritional yeast for the Parmesan cheese.
Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, shaking frequently, until golden brown and fragrant to bring out their flavor.
If you want a smoother pesto, add more olive oil or vegetable broth, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
This pesto can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it in ice cube trays for longer storage; thaw before using.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 11 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Odessa Brakus

    This pesto is incredible! The depth of flavor from the mushrooms is amazing.

  • Humberto Barrows

    I used it as a spread on a grilled chicken sandwich and it was a total game changer!

  • Curt Metz

    Easy to make and so much better than store-bought pesto.

  • Lora Connelly

    The lemon juice really brightens up the flavors. Will definitely make this again!

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