Garlic Arrow Pesto with Pine Nuts

4 servings

15 minutes

Garlic scape pesto with pine nuts is an original version of the classic Italian sauce that enriches the flavor of traditional pesto with a new nuance. Garlic scapes add a zesty freshness, while pine nuts provide richness and a delicate buttery texture. Combined with Parmesan and olive oil, it creates a fragrant, rich, and slightly spicy sauce. Ideal for pasta, toast, salads, and marinades. Its roots trace back to European cuisine where pesto is valued for its versatility and rich flavor. This version is a great find for lovers of unusual flavor combinations and seasonal ingredients.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 232.2
• Proteins: 4g
• Fats: 22.6g
• Carbohydrates: 2.8g

Ingredients

• Roasted pine nuts: 2 tbsp
• Garlic shoots: 1 glass
• Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tbsp
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 30 g
• Salt: to taste
• Lemon juice: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. In a blender, mix chopped garlic scapes, pine nuts, parmesan, olive oil, a bit of lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Roasted pine nuts: 2 tablespoons
   • Garlic shoots: 1 glass
   • Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tablespoons
   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 30 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Lemon juice:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste