This vibrant ramp pesto captures the unique flavor of ramps, making it a deliciously bold twist on traditional pesto. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip, it showcases the seasonal goodness of spring.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ramps, cleaned and roughly chopped (harvest only 1 leaf from each plant to encourage sustainable production)
- 1/2 cup nuts (pine nuts, walnuts, or almonds)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a food processor, combine the ramps, nuts, and Parmesan cheese; pulse until coarsely chopped.
2. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture reaches your desired consistency.
3. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper, blending until well combined.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
5. Transfer the pesto to a jar and store in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
6. Use the ramp pesto to dress pasta, spread on toast, or enjoy as a flavorful dip.
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