Green Goddess Pesto Recipe (Vegan, Gluten Free)

There’s nothing better in the spring and summer that making a pesto with bright and fresh herbs! This pesto is made with all your favorites, growing right in your herb garden: basil, parsley, sage, spinach or kale. I made a big batch of this healthy vibrant pesto sauce and tossed it with some fresh cooked pasta – and let me tell you, what a delish recipe!  This got extra high praise from the hubby… and I couldn’t agree more: this sauce is a winner!

• Fresh Basil
• Fresh Parsley
• Spinach
• Kale
• Sage
• Olive Oil: I like to use this fruity Zoe olive oil which has a fantastic flavor and deep color- it’s really inexpensive online here, so I keep a few liters stocked up in my pantry.  For the quality of oil you get, it’s an excellent value, I would highly recommend!
• Garlic: I use fresh garlic when I have it, and this great jarred organic garlic when I don’t have fresh. It’s actually super convenient to have pre-chopped garlic on hand for quick and easy meal prep.
• Walnuts: because YUM. I stocked up a few bags of these Amazon-brand walnuts which are super cheap and a great value for the quality.
• Lemon Juice
• Pink Himalayan Sea Salt: I like to use a pink Himalayan Sea Salt in my kitchen, which has more natural minerals than plain processed table salt.  It’s fairly inexpensive, so I’d recommend this salt if you’re looking for an easy way to level up your spice pantry.
• Tellicherry Peppercorns: Like the salt, it’s amazing the flavor difference you can get with really good tellicherry black pepper.  Amazon has a generic brand tellicherry peppercorn which is the same price is buying pre-ground, and has a million times more flavor… so I use these really great tellicherry peppercorns, which I would definitely recommend. 
• Gluten Free Bread Crumbs: these vegan and gluten free bread crumbs are a great addition, and take the place of traditional parmesan cheese that normal pesto recipes have!
• Red Chili Pepper Flakes: for a little heat! if you don’t like spice, you can absolutely skip them in this recipe.

Easy Weeknight Green Pesto Pasta 

This green goddess pesto is what I call an Easy Weeknight Meal – which is on your table in under 30 minutes.  These quick and simple recipes are perfect for those nights when you want a healthy homecooked meal but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. I have a whole section of The Herbeevore dedicated to Easy Weeknight Meals, that are great for the whole family. From soups and stews, to pastas and proteins – a healthy meal can be on your table in no time.  Even faster than ordering takeout!

1. In a blender or food processor add the basil, parsley, spinach, kale, sage, garlic, olive oil, walnuts, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and bread crumbs or pepper flakes if using.
2. Pulse in quick bursts until the pesto becomes a thick paste. If it is too thick or isn’t blending properly, add an additional tablespoon of olive oil until it has thinned out.
3. Toss with cooked pasta, stir into Risotto, or add a scoop to soup.

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