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FIve Minute Lemon Arugula Pesto

This Lemon Arugula Pesto comes together in five minutes! It's healthy, peppery, bright, fresh, and has a little bit of a kick to it!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 190 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups baby arugula packed
  • 1 small clove garlic
  • 1/2 cup almonds Sliced, slivered, or whole. Pine nuts, walnuts, or other nuts can also be used!
  • Juice and zest of one lemon
  • kosher salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • pinch cayenne pepper optional
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan Romano, or cotija cheese (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Add all ingredients except for olive oil and cheese to a food processor.
  2. Turn food processor on. While it is running, drizzle the olive oil (1/2 cup) in gradually.
  3. Once the ingredients are well blended and pesto looks smooth, uncover and add cheese, if using. Pulse to combine.
  4. Serve spread on toast, mixed with pasta, on cooked grilled chicken or steak- or eat with a spoon!

Notes

  • Store pesto in your fridge in an airtight container for up to two weeks, or freeze for up to 6 months.
  • Traditional parmesan cheese may not be suitable for a strict vegetarian diet because it contains animal rennet. Look for a suitable vegetarian substitute, such as a parmesan made with plant rennet.
  • The provided nutrition information does not include any added sodium from seasoning to taste, any optional ingredients, and it does not take brands into account. Feel free to calculate it yourself using this calculator or by adding the recipe to Yummly.

Nutrition Information

Calories 190kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 4mg (1%) Sodium 65mg (3%) Potassium 87mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 155IU (3%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 78mg (8%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 190

% Daily Value*

Calories 190kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 4mg 1%
Sodium 65mg 3%
Potassium 87mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 155IU 3%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 78mg 8%
Iron 1mg 6%

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