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Arugula Pesto with Rosemary Recipe
This pesto combines peppery arugula leaves with aromatic rosemary, pine nuts, garlic, parmesan, and a touch of fresh lemon juice. The oil and cheese emulsify the herbs and nuts into a smooth, bright, and herbaceous sauce. It offers a pine nut crunch and the distinct rosemary flavor that sets it apart from traditional basil pesto. The result is a fresh, tangy condiment that pairs well with pasta, breads, or as a topping for grilled dishes. It can be made ahead and stored refrigerated or frozen without losing flavor.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings:
16
servings
Calories:
89 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup rosemary leaves discard tough stems, loosely packed
- 1 1/2 cups arugula packed leaves
- 1/4 cups pine nuts reserve a few for garnish, toasted
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 clove garlic peeled
- 1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Place the rosemary, arugula, nuts, cheese, garlic, one tablespoon of lemon juice, and salt in the bowl of a small food processor.
- Pulse until coarsely combined. Keep the lid on and slowly drizzle the olive oil through the pour spout while continuing to pulse.
- Once the pesto is ground into a fine paste, taste and add additional lemon juice and salt as desired.
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Notes
- The pesto yields about 1 cup or 16 tablespoons; servings are generally about a tablespoon each.
- Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze for up to six months, ideally in small portions with a layer of olive oil to preserve freshness.
- Use the pesto at room temperature or slightly chilled; if needed, gently warm it over low heat while stirring to maintain texture.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
89kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Cholesterol
3mg
(1%)
Sodium
92mg
(4%)
Potassium
30mg
(1%)
Fiber
0.2g
(1%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Vitamin A
85IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
33mg
(3%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 16 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 89
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 89kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 92mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 30mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 85IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.