Radish Leaf Radish Top Pesto

Transform your kitchen scraps into culinary gold with this vibrant and flavorful Radish Leaf Radish Top Pesto! Bursting with fresh, nutrient-packed radish greens and fragrant basil, this no-cook recipe is a delightfully sustainable twist on traditional pesto. Combined with savory parmesan, crunchy walnuts, and zesty lemon juice, it delivers a rich, creamy texture and bold flavor profile that's perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is a celebration of waste-free cooking and bold, earthy flavors. Say goodbye to food waste and hello to a tangy, herby masterpiece that will elevate any dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups radish leaves
• 0.5 cups fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cups parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cups raw walnuts
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 0.5 cups extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Thoroughly rinse the radish leaves under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the radish leaves, fresh basil, parmesan cheese, walnuts, and garlic cloves.

Step 3

Pulse the mixture a few times to begin breaking it down.

Step 4

While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture becomes a smooth paste.

Step 5

Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend again until all the ingredients are fully incorporated and the pesto reaches a creamy consistency.

Step 6

Taste the pesto and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.

Step 7

Transfer the pesto to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. It can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	531.6 grams (531.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1500

Total Fat 153.60g	197%
Saturated Fat 27.20g	136%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 45mg	15%
Sodium 1582mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate 16.00g	6%
Dietary Fiber 7.50g	27%
Total Sugars 2.60g
Protein 27.20g	54%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 746mg	57%
Iron 5mg	30%
Potassium 1113mg	24%

*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: 88.9%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 4.1%