Radish and Carrot Green Pistachio Pesto
I love pistachios! I also love pesto. Put the two together and it's magical. When I make pesto I always substitute pistachios for the pine nuts. This is a delicious pesto I created for Earth Day that let's you use up those greens you have sitting in the fridge. You could also mix basil with carrot or radish greens too. I hope you love it as much as I do!
Ingredients
- 1 bunch radish greens
- 1 bunch carrot greens
- ⅓ cup fresh grated parmesan * or to be really earth friendly, substitute nutritional yeast
- ⅓ cup shelled pistachios
- 3 cloves garlic
- ½ cup olive oil * I really love Zoe brand
- salt, pepper
- creme de cassis * optional
Instructions
- In food processor or blender pulse the pistachios, greens, garlic, Parmesan or nutritional yeast, salt and pepper together until finely chopped. Next, while processor is still running slowly drizzle in olive oil. Scrape down sides and pulse again. Taste for seasoning and enjoy! ~When I make my regular basil pistachio pesto I add a splash of cassis – it’s my secret ingredient, it goes perfectly with pistachios and just adds a touch of sweetness. I’m sure it would work here too.~