Green Pea Pesto Recipe
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Green Pea Pesto

By: cookink8e 
"I came up with this recipe when I found myself with a plethora of frozen peas. A friend of mine was leaving the country for 6 weeks and I ended up with 5 bags of frozen peas from her freezer. This is a heavier, sweeter twist to traditional basil pesto. Goes well with pasta or spread over bread and covered with cheese...yum! Add more lemon juice, basil, or garlic to taste."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.8 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (15)

Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
5 Min
Ready In:
15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2 cups
 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

  1. Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil; add the peas and cook until softened. Drain.
  2. Blend the peas, Parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, basil, and pepper in a blender; while the it blends, stream the olive oil into the mixture.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 28 | Total Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: < 1mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 14, 2009 by Celestie   view full review
I thought this was and excellent alternative to the usual basil pesto. I omitted the oil...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on May 27, 2010 by TravelerOfTheWays   view full review
What a wonderful way to make pesto! The peas really add body to the sauce without the need for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 28, 2010 by KarenG   view full review
I was thrilled to find this recipe - I've always made pesto with spinach to boost the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 3, 2010 by cab_f   view full review
This was exceptional! I looked at others' comments & decided to add about a 1/4 cup of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2011 by Karlea   view full review
Everyone in my family loves this. I've made it several times. It's super easy, healthy and now...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 10, 2010 by SummerO   view full review
My kids loved this! One nevers eats sauce on pasta ... he had 2 helpings of this! And it's...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 11, 2010 by Diana Moutsopoulos Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Absolutely fantastic! I served with grilled bread rubbed with garlic. Everyone loved it!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2010 by blythem   view full review
I really liked this. It is very hearty with the peas. I will be making it again!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2010 by Jon_Cruz   view full review
Excellent recipe. I am not a fan of peas, but I definitely enjoyed making and devouring this...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 16, 2010 by sav421   view full review
Very good recipe! Was suprised how sweet it was. I added 1/2 c walnuts and 1 scallion. ...

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