Best Wild Garlic Pesto Recipe

Indulge in the flavors of spring with this delicious and easy-to-make wild garlic pesto recipe.

Fresh wild garlic leaves combined with pine nuts, parmesan, and olive oil create a vibrant and versatile condiment perfect for pasta, sandwiches, salads, and more.

Get ready to impress your friends and family with the delectable taste of wild garlic!

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cooking Time: 0 minutes

Yield: 1 cup

Ingredients:

• 2 cups wild garlic leaves, washed and roughly chopped
• 1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. In a food processor, combine the wild garlic leaves and pine nuts. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
2. Add the Parmesan cheese and blend until well combined.
3. With the food processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
4. Add the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
5. Transfer the pesto to a jar and refrigerate until ready to use. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Tips and Tricks:

• Toast the pine nuts in a dry pan over low heat, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown. This will enhance their flavor and add more depth to the pesto.
• If you don’t have a food processor, you can use a blender or a mortar and pestle to make the pesto.

Nutritional Information:

Substitution Options:

• If you don’t have pine nuts, you can use walnuts, almonds, or sunflower seeds as a substitute.
• For a vegan version, replace the Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast or vegan cheese.

Wine or Beverage Pairings:

A crisp and refreshing white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio will complement the flavors of the wild garlic pesto.