Best 2 Green Pea Pesto Recipes

Green pea pesto is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to add a burst of flavor to a variety of dishes. Made from fresh green peas, basil, garlic, and olive oil, green pea pesto is a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional pesto sauces. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special occasion dish, green pea pesto is sure to please. Read on to discover the best recipes for green pea pesto, along with tips and tricks for making the perfect sauce.

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GREEN PEA PESTO

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I came up with this recipe when I found myself with a plethora of frozen peas. A friend of mine was leaving the country for 6 weeks and I ended up with 5 bags of frozen peas from her freezer. This is a heavier, sweeter twist to traditional basil pesto. Goes well with pasta or spread over bread and covered with cheese...yum! Add more lemon juice, basil, or garlic to taste.

Provided by Katy Hopkins

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup frozen peas
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ cup chopped fresh basil
ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil; add the peas and cook until softened. Drain.
Blend the peas, Parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, basil, and pepper in a blender; while the it blends, stream the olive oil into the mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 25.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

GREEN PEA PESTO

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I love pasta and always looking for new ways to enjoy pasta. I love green peas and as a child my mom always served green peas with meatballs and spaghetti, so I figured they'd make a great alternative to tomato sauce. Also a great vegetarian dish. It also a great way to get your kids to eat some greens in a different way.

Provided by Stacey Lawson

Categories Other Sauces

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 1/2 c thawed, frozen green peas
1/2-3/4 c olive oil
2-3 clove garlic
1 c parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
3/4 c pecans ( lightly toasted in a dry fry pan)
1 Tbsp lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste
1 lb pasta of choice (spaghetti, linguine, fettucine)

Steps:

1. Into a food processor add thawed green peas, about three tablespoons of olive oil and blend
2. Add toasted pecans, garlic cloves, three or four more tablespoons of olive oil, and half the cheese. Pulse processor until blended.
3. Add lemon juice, few more tablespoons of olive oil, salt, pepper and rest of the cheese. Pulse processor until it is blended.
4. At this point you should taste your pesto for flavor of garlic, salt, pepper. Add more of this if you prefer more. Also decide now if you want to add more oil. Your pesto should be thick.
5. Cook your pasta according to package directions. Once cooked to your liking transfer pasta to a large mixing bowl, saving your pasta water.
6. Add about a 1/4 cup of pesto and a serving spoon of pasta water to cooked pasta and mix. Add more pesto and pasta water until you have the amount to your liking on your pasta. Save the rest of your pesto for another time or spread it on toasted bread for a delicious snack.
7. VARIATIONS; You can thawed frozen spinach in place of peas. Also any type of nuts such as walnuts, pine nuts instead of pecans. Another green you can use is baby arugula. It has a great peppery taste to it.

Tips:

Use fresh peas. Fresh peas have a sweeter flavor and a brighter green color than frozen or canned peas.
Blanch the peas before using them. Blanching helps to preserve the peas' color and flavor, and it also makes them easier to digest.
Use a food processor or blender to make the pesto. This will help to create a smooth and creamy sauce.
Add some lemon juice or vinegar to the pesto. This will help to brighten the flavor and balance out the richness of the nuts and cheese.
Use the pesto as a sauce for pasta, fish, or chicken. You can also use it as a spread for sandwiches or wraps.

Conclusion:

Green pea pesto is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's a great way to use up fresh peas, and it's also a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional pesto sauces. Give it a try and enjoy its unique and distinct flavor that will surely impress your family and friends!