Arugula-Walnut Pesto

Serves

4

Meal

Dinner Lunch

Description

This is a fresh and delicious alternative to more traditional basil pestos.

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup California walnuts, toasted
  • 1 bunch arugula, washed, stems removed (2 ounces of clean, stemmed leaves)
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon (about 3 cloves) garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

PREPARATION

  1. In a food processor fitted with the metal blade, combine all of the ingredients and process for 1 to 2 minutes, stopping once or twice to scrape down the sides of the bowl, until the pesto is smooth.

NUTRITION

  • Calories: 410 cal
  • Total Fat: 43 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Sodium: 320 mg
  • Carbohydrates: 5 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 5 g

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