Pecan Parsley Pepper Pesto

Smooth and creamy, this pesto not only makes a wonderful dip, sandwich spread, or soup topping. It can also be used as a punch of color and flavor for hot or cold pasta.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 196 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded
• 2 cups flat leaf parsley with stems
• 2 cups shelled pecans
• 2 cups extra virgin olive oil
• 1 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
• 30 pitted kalamata olives

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place the parsley, pecans, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, olives, jalapeno pepper, garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest in the bowl of a blender or food processor, and pulse until smooth and creamy. Store in refrigerator.n