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Easy Asparagus Pesto

This fast and easy Fresh Asparagus Pesto Recipe is perfect on pasta in sandwiches or how about dipping with some Italian Crusty Bread?

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 578 kcal
Course: Main Course , Condiments
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • ½ pound fresh asparagus (cleaned and chopped 1 inch slices)
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¾-1 tablespoon pine nuts
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1-2 dashes pepper
  • ½ teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1-2 tablespoon asparagus water
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

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  1. In a pot of boiling water cook asparagus until tender (about 10 minutes). Drain but keep 2-3 tablespoons of the water.
  2. In a blender or food processor add the cooked asparagus, freshly grated parmesan cheese, pine nuts, salt, pepper, lemon juice. Start by adding one tablespoon of asparagus water and two tablespoons of olive oil. Blend, gradually add the remaining olive oil and if needed more asparagus water until you reach desired thickness. Toss with cooked al dente pasta and a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan Cheese. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Any leftover Pesto should be placed in an airtight container (add a light covering of olive oil over the pesto) and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 578kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 55g (85%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Cholesterol 22mg (7%) Sodium 969mg (40%) Potassium 503mg (14%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 1930IU (39%) Vitamin C 13.7mg (15%) Calcium 332mg (33%) Iron 5.7mg (32%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1cup

Amount Per Serving

Calories 578

% Daily Value*

Calories 578kcal 29%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 55g 85%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Cholesterol 22mg 7%
Sodium 969mg 40%
Potassium 503mg 11%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 1930IU 39%
Vitamin C 13.7mg 15%
Calcium 332mg 33%
Iron 5.7mg 32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.