Pumpkin Seed Pesto
Pumpkin Seed Pesto is a delicious twist on traditional basil pesto that has a unique nutty and herby flavor thanks to pumpkin seeds, basil, spinach, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese.
Servings: 0.75 cup
Ingredients
- 1 c fresh basil leaves, packed
- 1 c spinach, packed
- 2 garlic cloves
- ⅓ c grated Parmesan
- ¼ c extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ c pumpkin seeds, raw, shelled (also called pepitas)
- ½ tsp salt, more to taste
- ¼ tsp cracked black pepper, more to taste
- 1 Tbsp water, if needed to thin
Instructions
- Combine all pesto ingredients in a food processor or high powered blender. Blend on high for 1 minute, or until smooth. Scrape down the sides and season with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Blend another 30 seconds. The pesto will resemble a paste. If the pesto is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water, or more, to thin to the desired consistency.