Do you love pesto as much as I do? It is so easy to make and so fresh tasting in the spring and summer. I love it store bought, but it is sooo much better prepared yourself.
This recipe is so fresh. It is gluten free, grain free (depending on what pasta you use), dairy free and really delicious! This one is an easy recipe to whip up on a weeknight and great for leftovers. It can be eaten hot or cold depending on what you prefer.
Serves 2
Ingredients:
1 cup basil
1/2 cup hemp hearts
1 garlic clove
pinch of sea salt
juice of 1 lemon
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (not light olive oil)
1/2 bunch asparagus, cut into 1-2 inch pieces
1/2 cup peas, thawed or fresh
2 big radishes, sliced into half rounds
2 cups pasta (Chickapea is a great option from Costco)
Directions:
Blend basil, hemp hearts, garlic, sea salt, lemon juice and olive oil in a mini food processor or blender until desired consistency. Cook pasta in salta water according to directions. Add asparagus to salted boiling water, simmer covered for 3 minutes, then drain. Toss all ingredients together with enough pesto to your liking (I like a lot!), then enjoy!
Do you have a favourite pesto recipe? I’d love to hear it.
In health & happiness,
Dr. Karen