Wild Garlic Pesto
The ultimate flavor enhancer, Wild Garlic Pesto brings a fresh, garlicky kick to your meals. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip, this vibrant sauce is made in minutes. Embrace the taste of spring with this easy recipe!
Equipment
- Chef's Knife
- Frying Pan
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups wild garlic chopped, about 6 stalks
- 0.75 cup pine nuts
- 0.5 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice about ½ a medium lemon
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Wash the wild garlic thoroughly under cold water and chop into smaller pieces.
- In a food processor, combine the chopped wild garlic with the pine nuts and pulse until finely chopped.
- Add the olive oil while the processor is running to emulsify the mixture.
- Incorporate lemon juice and season with salt and pepper; blend until smooth.
- Transfer the pesto to a clean jar and drizzle with extra olive oil on top for preservation.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- Storage: Keep leftover pesto in the fridge, covered with oil to maintain freshness.
- Freezing: Pesto freezes well; use ice cube trays for easy portions.
- Experiment: Feel free to use different nuts for unique flavors.
- Pairing: Great with pasta, sandwiches, and grilled meats.
- Gifting: Share your homemade pesto as a thoughtful gift.