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Vegetable Top Pesto

4 SERVINGS
Under an hour

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  • 1 large bunch of carrot or parsley tops
  • 50 g walnuts or pine nuts
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • 50 g grated Parmesan
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of ground black pepper
  • Extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  • 1
    Thoroughly wash and dry the vegetable tops (carrot or parsley) and remove tough stems. Roughly chop the leaves.
  • 2
    You can briefly toast the nuts (walnuts or pine nuts) in a dry pan for a more intense flavor. Peel the garlic.
  • 3
    Place all ingredients (tops, nuts, garlic, Parmesan) into a blender or mortar. Gradually add olive oil and blend or crush until the desired paste consistency is achieved.
  • 4
    Season the finished pesto with salt and pepper. If it's too thick, add a little more oil. Serve with pasta or on a baguette.
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