Carrot Top Pesto

Maddy Quick

Ingredients:

1 cup (packed, apx. 40g) carrot top greens. Tough stems removed

1 cup (packed, apx 40g) baby spinach

1 large clove of garlic, chopped

1/2 cup roasted unsalted cashews

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

 

  • rinse the carrot top greens. Pick out and discard any dry or yellowed leaves. Discard tough stems

  • Place the carrot top greens, spinach, chopped garlic, roasted cashews, salt & pepper in a food processor. Pulse several times & scrape the sides of the processor with a spatula

  • Slowly add the olive oil in a steady stream, pulse until smooth

  • Add to your favourite pasta or to zucchini noodles! Top with your own choice of cheese or herbs. Mix & Enjoy!

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