Best 9 Garlic Scape Pesto Recipes
Garlic scape pesto is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. Made from the flowering stems of garlic plants, garlic scape pesto has a unique flavor that is both garlicky and slightly sweet. It is a great way to use up garlic scapes, which are often discarded after the garlic bulbs have been harvested. This simple condiment can elevate the flavors of pasta, sandwiches, pizza, vegetables, and grilled meats.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
PASTA WITH GARLIC-SCAPE PESTO
Steps:
- Make the pesto: Puree the garlic scapes, pistachios, Parmesan, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor until very finely chopped. With the motor running, slowly pour the oil through the opening. Season the pesto with salt and pepper to taste. (The pesto keeps in the fridge, covered, for 1 week or frozen for a month.)
- In a large pot of heavily salted boiling water, cook the spaghetti until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta-cooking water, then drain the pasta. Whisk together 2/3 cup of the pesto and the reserved pasta water and toss with the pasta. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve right away.
GARLIC SCAPE PESTO
The star of this pesto is the garlic plant's underappreciated second offering: the fleeting garlic scape. The ingredients are straightforward except for the substitution of sunflower seeds for pine nuts. The seeds are a fraction of the cost and do the job just as well. A food processor is a must for this recipe. For pesto, ingredient order matters. Start with the scapes and process for about 30 seconds. Add the seeds until they are broken down and mixed well with the scapes. Scrape the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula for wandering bits. Next, pour in the olive oil. If you have Parmesan cheese in chunks, add it now, but if it is grated, wait until the scapes and seeds smooth out. If you're serving right away, add the basil and lemon juice. If not, hold back on the basil for now - otherwise the pesto will lose its vibrant color. Add generously to cooked spaghetti or spread on crusty bread.
Provided by Jeff Schwarz And Greg Kessler
Categories easy, quick
Time 3m
Yield About 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the garlic scapes in a food processor and pulse for 30 seconds.
- Add the sunflower seeds and pulse for 30 seconds. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- Add the olive oil and process on high for 15 seconds.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and pulse until the ingredients are combined.
- Add the basil and lemon juice, and process until reaching the desired consistency.
- Add salt to taste and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 773, UnsaturatedFat 49 grams, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 61 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 219 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
CHEF JOHN'S GARLIC SCAPE PESTO
This is one of the most interesting and delicious pesto alternatives that you will ever taste. The recipe is super simple and the hardest part might be finding the garlic scapes themselves. Use as you would traditional pesto.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine garlic scapes, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, olive oil, canola oil, and walnuts in a blender. Blend into a smooth paste. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 123.8 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
SPINACH AND GARLIC SCAPE PESTO
This is a great way to use garlic scapes - the curly green tops of garlic that you can get from the farm early in the growing season! The spinach cuts down some of the super-strong garlic flavor. Use as a sauce for hot pasta, a spread for sandwiches, mixed with mayo for a spread or dip, mixed with ranch dressing for salad. The possibilities are endless!
Provided by KARENMOLLOY
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Blend spinach, garlic scapes, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and pine nuts in a food processor until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 125.9 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
SPINACH & GARLIC SCAPE PESTO
This recipe is to use up the garlic scapes I received in my CSA basket. "Garlic scapes (also known as garlic tops, garlic shoots, green garlic, spring baby garlic, garlic spears, early garlic greens, or garlic "flowers") are the curly tipped, extremely tasty green shoots that grow from "heads" of hardneck garlic. " From Plan B Orgarnic Farms.
Provided by FrVanilla
Categories Vegetable
Time 5m
Yield 2 cups, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Add all ingredients except oil to a food processor.
- Begin to process and slowly drizzle in oil until smooth.
GARLIC SCAPE PESTO ON SPINACH LINGUINE
This is a light and fresh alternative to traditional pesto. Garlic scapes have a more mild garlic flavor. You can often find them at your farmers market, and they are inexpensive.
Provided by jenndoll
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.
- While pasta boils, process grape tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, garlic scapes, olive oil, basil leaves, sun-dried tomatoes, and lemon juice in a food processor until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare a large skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Cook spinach leaves in hot skillet until slightly wilted, about 3 minutes; add drained linguine and pesto sauce. Cook and stir to coat linguine is sauce and until everything is hot, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 206.8 mg, Sugar 1 g
RUDY'S GARLIC SCAPE PESTO
A fresh pesto made from the flowery stems of garlic bulbs (limited season--early June). Serve over your favorite pasta with grated cheese on top or use to make your favorite chilled pasta salad. It is also great with grilled chicken. This pesto freezes well.
Provided by lrob96
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the garlic scapes, Parmesan cheese, Asiago cheese, lemon juice, and pine nuts in the bowl of a food processor. Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture. Blend until the pesto is a brilliant green color and smooth in texture. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 80.3 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
GARLIC SCAPE PESTO
I am growing garlic in our organic garden and i have just harvested the scapes which i turn into this scrumptious pesto.
Provided by Doreen Fish
Categories Other Sauces
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Process scapes, nuts, s/p and cheese in a food processor. With motor running slowly add olive oil until it mixes to the consistency u like. taste and adjust s/p We love this tossed with pasta or spread pesto over a 10 inch tortilla , spread sliced tomatoes on top, sprinkle with a handful of cheese and bake until bubbly. Also , when you toss it with pasta, after u have cooked your pasta save some of the pasta water, mix a little with the pesto and toss in your pasta. Delicious!! *This keeps for a week in the fridge or a month in the freezer. Can be doubled or tripled
GARLIC SCAPE PESTO
Garlic scapes, the curled flower from the top of a garlic plant, are abundant at farmers markets and CSAs (community supported agriculture shares) in spring and make an easy, fragrant pesto that can be spread on bread or crackers, put on pasta, used with fish, and as a substitute for garlic, onion, or scallions! Add to sandwiches, pasta, lamb, and fish dishes. Tastes great mixed with mayo.
Provided by amandajo
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 28
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Blend the garlic scapes, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and pepper together in a food processor until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 3.1 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 57.5 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
Tips for Making Garlic Scape Pesto
- Choose fresh garlic scapes. The best garlic scapes for pesto are young and tender, with a bright green color. Avoid scapes that are brown or wilted.
- Prepare the garlic scapes. Rinse the garlic scapes thoroughly and trim off the tough ends. Then, finely chop the scapes.
- Use a food processor. A food processor is the easiest way to make garlic scape pesto. Simply add all of the ingredients to the food processor and pulse until smooth.
- Adjust the consistency. If you want a thinner pesto, add a little more olive oil. If you want a thicker pesto, add a little more Parmesan cheese.
- Season to taste. Once the pesto is made, taste it and adjust the seasonings accordingly. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
- Use the pesto immediately or store it for later. Garlic scape pesto can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze the pesto for up to 3 months.
Conclusion
Garlic scape pesto is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be stored for later use. So next time you have some garlic scapes on hand, be sure to try making pesto!
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