Arugula-Walnut Pesto
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
- 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