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Arugula Pistachio Pesto

Servings 2 cups

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups baby arugula
  • 1/4 cup pistachios, shelled
  • 3 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 Tbsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper

Instructions
 

  • Add baby arugula and spinach to the food processor. Pulse about 3-5 times until the leaves are chopped up finely. Then add in pistachios and pulse again, about 2-3 times. These steps help ensure your texture is smooth.
  • Add in remaining ingredients and process on low. You may need to stop a few times to scrape down the edges with a rubber spatula. Continue to spin on low until smooth. This can take about 2-3 minutes.
  • Once desired texture is reached, transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Pesto can be stored in the freezer for up to 6 months.