Easy Wild Garlic Pesto Recipe
Nutrition Information (per serve)
332
Calories
34.0g
Fat
5.8g
Saturates
3.0g
Sugars
3.0g
Salt
5.2g
Protein
1.5g
Carbs
0.6g
Fibre
*Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
Ingredients
- 150g wild garlic leaves
- 1 clove garlic
- 150ml olive oil
- 50g vegan parmesan cheese (or substitute with nutritional yeast)
- Juice and zest of half a lemon
- 50g pine nuts (or substitute with another tree nut like cashews)
- 20g baby spinach
Method
- Prep the greens - rinse the wild garlic leaves and baby spinach thoroughly, then pat dry.
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Let them cool.
- In a food processor, combine wild garlic, spinach, garlic clove, lemon juice, and vegan parmesan.
- Add the pine nuts and pulse again until combined.
- Stream in the olive oil slowly while blending until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
- Add salt, pepper, or more lemon juice if needed.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Gut Health Tips
Wild garlic isn't just a seasonal treat, it’s part of the allium family (like onions and leeks), known for containing natural prebiotic fibres that feed the beneficial bacteria in your gut. This gut-friendly wild garlic pesto recipe also features baby spinach for extra fibre and antioxidants, plus extra virgin olive oil, which supports digestion and reduces inflammation.
If you're exploring wild garlic recipes to support your gut health, this one’s a great place to start. Pair it with wholegrain pasta, lentils, or sourdough for a balanced, fibre-rich meal your microbiome will love.
