Mushroom Pesto

Elevate your pesto game with this earthy and aromatic Mushroom Pesto recipe! Featuring sautéed cremini or button mushrooms, fresh basil, toasted pine nuts, and grated Parmesan, this enchanting twist on a classic Italian favorite is bursting with umami-rich flavors. Enhanced with a hint of garlic, a splash of zesty lemon juice, and silky extra virgin olive oil, this versatile condiment strikes the perfect balance between savory and fresh. Ready in just 20 minutes, Mushroom Pesto is ideal as a creamy pasta sauce, a flavorful spread for crusty bread, or an irresistible dip for veggies. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply spicing up a weeknight dinner, this unique pesto is sure to delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Cremini or button mushrooms
• 50 grams Fresh basil leaves
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 30 grams Pine nuts
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 80 ml Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel and slice them thinly.

Step 2

Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Allow them to cool slightly.

Step 3

While the mushrooms cool, lightly toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a food processor, combine the sautéed mushrooms, fresh basil leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, toasted pine nuts, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Pulse the mixture several times to break it down into a coarse consistency.

Step 6

With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the remaining olive oil and the lemon juice. Blend until the pesto reaches your desired texture – smooth or slightly chunky.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.

Step 8

Transfer the mushroom pesto to a jar or container and refrigerate if not using immediately. It can be stored in the fridge for up to one week.

Step 9

Serve the mushroom pesto as a pasta sauce, a spread for breads or crackers, or a dip for vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	434.6 grams (434.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1120

Total Fat 111.20g	143%
Saturated Fat 22.40g	112%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.20g
Cholesterol 50mg	17%
Sodium 2042mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate 15.90g	6%
Dietary Fiber 5.50g	20%
Total Sugars 5.50g
Protein 32.80g	66%

Vitamin D 14IU	70%
Calcium 684mg	53%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 1322mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 83.7%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 5.3%