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Spinach Pesto

May 22, 2017 by Lindsay Moe 9 Comments

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Spinach Pesto is a fresh and easy way to liven up any dish!

Spinach Pesto - Bright, fresh pesto that's easy to make and full of flavor! theliveinkitchen.com

We’re in the middle of a green revolution.

If you’ve been following me on Instagram you’ve probably noticed that I’ve been eating green things every day like it’s my job. There’s just something about the warmer weather (and the thunderstorms, OMG) that has me lingering in the produce aisle.

Spinach Pesto - Bright, fresh pesto that's easy to make and full of flavor! theliveinkitchen.com

It’s not just food though. The view out the windows in my house are finally filled with green and the light that filters through the canopy of trees into my back yard? It’s life giving. I’m straight up obsessed and maybe a little bit overwhelmed with emotion as to why I ever put myself through winter when all the green feels this good.

Let’s see if I can stop happy crying about grass long enough to talk about spinach pesto, mmmkay?

Spinach Pesto - Bright, fresh pesto that's easy to make and full of flavor! theliveinkitchen.com

Spinach Pesto is so much better than it sounds. It sounds like it’s going to taste like a salad, but it doesn’t! It’s slightly spicy from the garlic and full of flavor with the walnuts and parsley. It’s super good for you (my uneducated opinion only, but still…) and goes great on just about anything. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

  • As a sauce for pasta
  • Mix into a pasta salad
  • Swirl spoonfuls of pesto into pasta bakes such as lasagna or penne
  • Spread on a sandwich or grilled cheese
  • Mix into scrambled eggs
  • Use in place of pizza sauce on your favorite pizza (or egg pizza!)
  • Thin it out with extra oil and use as a dressing for salads

I have my favorite recipe using this pesto coming up on Thursday, don’t forget to come back! If you make this (I’ve been making it a lot, you should too), be sure to leave a comment, rate it, and tag #theliveinkitchen on Instagram!

Spinach Pesto - Bright, fresh pesto that's easy to make and full of flavor! theliveinkitchen.com

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Spinach Pesto - Bright, fresh pesto that's easy to make and full of flavor! theliveinkitchen.com
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Spinach Pesto
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 
Spinach Pesto is a fresh and easy way to liven up any dish!
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 1
Calories: 895 kcal
Ingredients
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1/2 cup fresh flat leaf parsley
  • 1/2 cup walnuts
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
Instructions
  1. Place all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until desired texture is reached. I like mine smooth and just a bit chunky. Serve over pasta, pizza, or sandwiches.

Recipe Notes

Nutrition facts are for the entire recipe. When served over pasta it serves 4-6 people.

 

Nutrition Facts
Spinach Pesto
Amount Per Serving
Calories 895 Calories from Fat 783
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 87g 134%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Cholesterol 22mg 7%
Sodium 1030mg 43%
Potassium 758mg 22%
Total Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 6g 24%
Sugars 2g
Protein 21g 42%
Vitamin A 167.4%
Vitamin C 71.1%
Calcium 44.6%
Iron 31.4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Spinach Pesto - Bright, fresh pesto that's easy to make and full of flavor! theliveinkitchen.com

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Comments

  1. Catherine says

    May 22, 2017 at 12:01 pm

    This pesto is just bursting with flavor and color! So vibrant and beautiful….I just love that you used spinach. Love this version!

    Reply
    • Lindsay Moe says

      May 24, 2017 at 8:02 pm

      Thanks Catherine!

      Reply
  2. Suzy says

    May 22, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    Love this twist on pesto! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Lindsay Moe says

      May 24, 2017 at 8:02 pm

      Thank you Suzy!

      Reply
  3. Girl Carnivore says

    May 24, 2017 at 3:46 pm


    What an easy recipe! Can’t wait to put this on everything!

    Reply
    • Lindsay Moe says

      May 24, 2017 at 8:02 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says

    May 24, 2017 at 4:04 pm

    Green food is the best! Love the pretty color!

    Reply
    • Lindsay Moe says

      May 24, 2017 at 8:02 pm

      Thanks Ashley!

      Reply

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