Raw Asparagus Pesto Spread
Fresh, flavorful, with a bit of a crunch - move over mayo, this is the new the perfect sandwich spread!
Ingredients
- ¼ cup pine nuts toasted
- 1 clove garlic minced (or 3 cloves of baked garlic)
- 12 oz asparagus chopped
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tsp fresh oregano packed (or 2 Tbsp fresh basil)
- 2 tsp-1 Tbsp lemon juice to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Few dashes of GF hot sauce optional
- 1/3 cup olive oil
Instructions
- To toast pine nuts, heat nuts in a dry skillet over medium-high heat until golden and fragrant, shaking pan often. Allow to cool slightly.
- In a food processor combine all the ingredients, except the oil and process until finely chopped.
- Slowly drizzle in the oil until you get the consistency you want.
Notes
For dairy free, try replacing the Parmesan cheese with some Cashew Cream
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
