Easy Pea Pesto with Pistachio and Arugula
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
7 mins
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Cook Time
3 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
16 servings
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Calories
50 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Vegetarian
Easy Pea Pesto with Pistachio and Arugula
Description
Easy Pea Pesto with Pistachio and Arugula brings together steamed peas and fresh arugula, providing a vibrant green base with peppery and sweet notes. Pistachios add a nutty crunch and richness, complemented by garlic gently cooked in olive oil to soften its bite while intensifying its aroma.
Blending these ingredients with Parmesan cheese creates a creamy and fragrant pesto. Saltiness largely comes from the cheese and pistachios, so seasoning can be adjusted carefully. Black pepper can be tailored to taste depending on salt levels in Parmesan.
The pesto’s consistency is flexible; extra olive oil can thin the sauce when used on pasta or kept thicker for spreading on crackers or crostini. Garnishing options include chopped pistachios, parsley, or additional cheese to enhance texture and flavors.
Nutrition info is estimated per two tablespoons and can be tailored depending on ingredient choices.
Ingredients
- 1 cup arugula 2.5 oz, fresh baby
- ¾ cup peas frozen
- 25 pistachio shelled
- 3 TBSP olive oil divided, extra virgin or light
- ½ tsp garlic fresh, smashed and minced
- salt a pinch
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
TASTY EXTRAS:
- Parmesan Cheese or mozzarella cheese, additional, for topping
- olive oil if desired, additional, to thin the sauce
- pistachios chopped, for garnish
- parsley for garnish
- salt will vary based on amount of salty parm used, to taste
- black pepper will vary based on amount of salty parm used, to taste
Instructions
- Begin by steaming your peas, this will take a few minutes on the stove or the microwave.
- Next grab your freshly smashed/minced garlic.
- In a microwave safe bowl, add the garlic to a tablespoon of olive oil and cook on high for 30 seconds. Alternatively, you can break out a small pan and sauté the garlic on the stove top. Both methods work great and take the bite out of the garlic while infusing the oil with rich garlicky flavor.
- Add to a food processor along with the remainder of your ingredients and pulse until beautifully blended.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste and blend in a little extra olive oil if to thin the sauce. I add extra when using it for pasta and leave it thicker for spreading on crackers or crostini. Let your tastebuds be your guide!
Notes
- The natural saltiness of Parmesan and pistachios provides base seasoning; add extra salt gradually to suit taste.
- Adjust thickness with additional olive oil depending on whether using the pesto as a sauce or a spread.
- Garnish pesto with chopped pistachios, parsley, or extra Parmesan for added texture and appeal.
- Nutrition estimates provided are per 2 tablespoons; adjust serving sizes accordingly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 50 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 50kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 51mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 40mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 113IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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