Veggie Top Pesto

This Veggie Top Pesto was made with radish greens, but it is easy to make with any other greens of your choice! Add fresh herbs or spices to switch up the flavors. Using the greens from the tops of root vegetables for pesto is a great way to save money, since most people usually throw them out.

Makes: 7 Servings

Ingredients
2 cups radish top greens
2 Tbs walnut pieces or other nuts
2 Tbs grated Parmesan cheese
1 large garlic clove
2 Tbs vegetable oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground pepper

 

Instructions

  1. Place radish greens, walnuts, Parmesan Cheese, oil, garlic, salt and pepper into a food processor or blender.
  2. Blend until smooth.
  3. Add to pastas, sandwiches or any dish of your choice

*Nutrition information does not include radish top greens in analysis.

Small bowl of radish topped greens pureed into a pesto-like spread.
Nutrition Information
Calories 60
Total Fat 6g
Saturated Fat 1g
Protein 1g
Sodium 190mg
Carbohydrate 1g
Added Sugar 0g
Fiber 0g