Arugula-Walnut Pesto

By Alvin Binuya of Madoka on Bainbridge Island
Total Time
10 Mins
Serves
4
Meal
Dinner Lunch

DESCRIPTION

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

Prep Time
10 Mins
Cook Time
0 Mins
Total Time
10 Mins
Calories
410
Total Fat
43
Polyunsaturated Fat
15
Cholesterol
0
Sodium
320
Carbohydrates
5
Dietary Fiber
2
Protein
5

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.