Garlic Scape Pesto Incredible Ultimate (Printer-Friendly)
Vibrant pesto with garlic scapes. Great for pasta, bread, or veggies.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fresh Produce
01 - 1 cup garlic scapes, chopped (about 8-10 scapes)
02 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ Nuts & Seeds
04 - 1/3 cup pine nuts
→ Dairy
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Oils
06 - 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
→ Seasonings
07 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine garlic scapes, basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Pulse several times until finely chopped.
02 - With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil. Continue blending until the mixture reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
03 - Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Transfer to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It transforms humble ingredients into a luxurious, restaurant-quality sauce with almost zero effort.
- The flavor is a bright, herbaceous upgrade that makes even simple pasta feel special.
02 -
- Over blending can heat up the mixture and turn the basil brown, so pulse just until combined.
- Always toast your nuts beforehand for a deeper, nuttier flavor profile.
03 -
- If the pesto is too thick, loosen it with a tablespoon of pasta water for a creamier finish.
- Add a small clove of garlic if your scapes are particularly mild.