Arugula Pesto

Gluten Free
Health score
15%
Arugula Pesto
45 min.
4
82kcal

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If you're looking for a burst of flavor to elevate your meals, look no further than this vibrant Arugula Pesto! Packed with the peppery goodness of arugula and fresh parsley, this gluten-free condiment will not only tantalize your taste buds but also add a nutritious twist to your culinary creations.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delightful pesto that’s perfect for slathering on sandwiches, drizzling over roasted vegetables, or even as a zesty dip for your favorite snacks. With only 82 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free way to enhance your dishes with healthy fats from olive oil and the wonderful umami of Parmesan cheese. Plus, the bright notes of fresh garlic and lemon juice will have your guests begging for the recipe!

Whether you’re entertaining or simply looking to upgrade your weeknight dinners, this Arugula Pesto is a versatile addition to your kitchen repertoire that packs a flavorful punch. Store it in the fridge for up to a week, and you’ll have a quick and easy option at your fingertips whenever you want to add a splash of freshness to your meals. So grab your food processor and prepare to impress everyone with this homemade delight!

Ingredients

  • cups firmly arugula packed
  • 0.5 cup firmly flat-leaf parsley fresh packed
  •  garlic cloves 
  • teaspoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • food processor

Directions

  1. Process arugula, parsley, olive oil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, water, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth. Refrigerate up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Calories82kcal
Protein11.57%
Fat77.65%
Carbs10.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.5
Glycemic Load
0.29
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
8.3199999779463%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.06mg
Hesperetin
0.18mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
16.18mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
0.43mg
Kaempferol
3.6mg
Myricetin
1.14mg
Quercetin
0.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:82.07kcal
4.1%
Fat:7.29g
11.22%
Saturated Fat:1.74g
10.85%
Carbohydrates:2.28g
0.76%
Net Carbohydrates:1.8g
0.66%
Sugar:0.32g
0.36%
Cholesterol:5.44mg
1.81%
Sodium:407.74mg
17.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.44g
4.89%
Vitamin K:137.49µg
130.94%
Vitamin A:924.06IU
18.48%
Vitamin C:12.43mg
15.06%
Calcium:85.4mg
8.54%
Vitamin E:0.91mg
6.09%
Folate:21.79µg
5.45%
Phosphorus:51.77mg
5.18%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.57%
Iron:0.71mg
3.95%
Selenium:2.45µg
3.49%
Magnesium:11.38mg
2.85%
Potassium:99.03mg
2.83%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.79%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.33%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.93%
Fiber:0.47g
1.9%
Copper:0.03mg
1.45%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.41%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.06%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.06%
Source:My Recipes