For a richer flavor, toast the pine nuts lightly in a dry skillet before adding them to the food processor. Adjust the amount of olive oil to achieve your desired consistency. Some prefer a thicker pesto, while others prefer a more fluid sauce. This pesto freezes beautifully. Portion it into ice cube trays for easy use throughout the year. If garlic scapes are unavailable, substitute with 2-3 cloves of garlic, but the flavor will be more intense.
Rudy's Garlic Scape Pesto
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME10 mins
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SERVING16 People
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VIEWS97
Capture the fleeting essence of early summer with this vibrant pesto, crafted from the tender, verdant scapes of garlic. A symphony of sharp, savory, and nutty notes, it's an exquisite complement to pasta, grilled fare, or simply spread on crusty bread.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate2 g
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Cholesterol5 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium80 mg
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Sugar0 g
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Fat13 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepCombine the garlic scapes, Parmesan cheese, Asiago cheese, lemon juice, and pine nuts in the bowl of a food processor. (2 minutes)
02
StepWith the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil until a smooth, vibrant green pesto forms. (3 minutes)
03
StepSeason generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. (1 minute)
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Gussie Rath
May 31, 2025A little too garlicky for my taste, I might use fewer scapes next time.
Joey Muller
Mar 31, 2025Excellent recipe! Easy to follow and the pesto turned out beautifully.
Kiara Farrell
Dec 16, 2024I used walnuts instead of pine nuts and it was still fantastic!
Alejandra Armstrong
Aug 14, 2024Fantastic recipe, worked really well and was easy to follow.
Sadie Welch
Jul 25, 2024This pesto is amazing! The garlic scape flavor is so unique and delicious.
Jazlyn Stracke
Jun 30, 2024This is my new go-to pesto recipe!
Lowell Schaden
Jun 15, 2024I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat. Highly recommend!
Meagan Robel
Jun 11, 2024I froze some in ice cube trays and it worked perfectly. Great for adding a pop of flavor to winter dishes.