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Radish Greens Pesto
5 from 90 votes

Radish Greens Pesto

Radish Greens Pesto is a fresh, herbaceous sauce made by blending radish greens with basil, pine nuts (or pepitas), garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. The addition of Parmesan cheese is optional but adds a savory depth. This pesto is a practical way to use radish greens, creating a vibrant and versatile condiment with a nutty, bright flavor perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or dips.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 8
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Italian, American

Ingredients

  • ½ cup pine nuts or pepitas
  • 1 garlic small clove
  • ¼ teaspoon salt sea salt
  • black pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
  • 1 cup radish greens
  • 1 cup basil fresh leaves
  • ¼ to ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil plus more if desired
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese optional, grated

Instructions

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  1. In a food processor, combine the pine nuts, garlic, salt, and pepper and pulse until well chopped. Add the lemon juice and pulse again.
  2. Add the radish greens and basil and pulse until combined.
  3. With the food processor running, drizzle in the olive oil and pulse until combined. Add the Parmesan cheese, if using, and pulse briefly to combine. For a smoother pesto, add more olive oil.

Notes

  • This recipe yields about one cup of pesto, suitable for multiple uses.