DANDELION PESTO
Yes, the notorious dandelion, or taraxacum officinale has long been a nutritious supplement to salads, stir-frys, soups, condiments, and medicinally. Dent-de-Lion or Teeth of the Lion as the French say, is a plant worthy of respect being off the charts in vitamins A,B,C,D, potassium and other minerals. Below is a hearty pesto that will be the talk of the dinner party. So if you are feeling adventurous give it a try, you will not be disappointed. NOTE: Only harvest from organic gardens or untreated lawns.
Provided by TheUrbanAbo
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place dandelion greens, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic in a food processor; blend until smooth. Season with salt and red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 43.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
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jean mcgailey
[email protected]I'm not sure about this recipe. I've never tried dandelion pesto before and I'm not sure if I'll like it.
Morgan Ryan
[email protected]This pesto sounds delicious! I love the idea of using dandelion greens in a pesto.
HAMAD
[email protected]I'm always looking for new pesto recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. I can't wait to try it!
Tayyibah Farooq
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to use up leftover dandelion greens. I always have a bunch of them in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up.
Ahmed Liton
[email protected]I've never tried dandelion pesto before, but I'm definitely going to give this recipe a try. It sounds delicious!
Sonia Sonia aktar
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this pesto. It's a great way to add a touch of bitterness to your favorite dishes.
AfzalAhmed Ahmed
[email protected]I used this pesto to make a dandelion pesto pasta and it was delicious! The pesto was creamy and flavorful, and it coated the pasta perfectly.
Ayabulela Bonisile (Bonniemcephe_3)
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to get your kids to eat their greens. My kids love the nutty flavor and the bright green color.
Andrew Brown
[email protected]I've made this pesto several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to add a pop of flavor to any dish.
mohammad aziz
[email protected]This is a great way to use up dandelion greens from your garden. I love the bright green color and the peppery flavor it adds to the pesto.
Zubair Rajput
[email protected]I was skeptical about using dandelion greens in pesto, but I'm so glad I tried it! The flavor is earthy and complex, with a hint of bitterness that is perfectly balanced by the other ingredients.
Sk Shakib
[email protected]This dandelion pesto is a delightful twist on the classic basil pesto. The dandelion greens add a slightly bitter flavor that pairs perfectly with the nutty Parmesan cheese and creamy pine nuts. I used it to top grilled chicken and it was a hit!