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Spinach Pesto

Spinach Pesto

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Author: Amy RD, LDN
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 8 Servings 1x

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Description

This spinach pesto does everything. Toss it with pasta, spread it on sandwiches, or use it to instantly upgrade chicken, fish, and grain salads with fresh, herby flavor.

Ingredients

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6 cups Spinach
2 Garlic Cloves
2/3 cup Almonds or Walnuts (or pine nuts if you’re feelin’ fancy!)
1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
3/4 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp pepper
2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
1/2 cup Olive Oil

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Instructions

In the bowl of a food processor, add the spinach and garlic cloves. Process until the spinach and garlic are broken down into small pieces.
Add the Parmesan cheese, nuts, salt and pepper. Pulse again until combined but not totally smooth.
Add the balsamic vinegar and pulse again.
Next turn on the food processor and slowly pour in the olive oil through the feed tube.
Taste your pesto and adjust any seasonings as needed.
Serve over roasted vegetables, fish, chicken, on sandwiches or salads its delicious!