Arugula Pesto

There are so many different pesto recipes, and each one has its own unique taste. I’ve made pesto with spinach, basil and with a variety of nuts. This is my new favorite pesto to pair with black bean pasta. The recipe has a good hit of garlic and lemon, which really adds a little kick. The pesto itself is so light and creamy. If you enjoy spicy foods, I suggest adding half of a hot pepper of your choice for a little heat!

Arugula Pesto

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups arugula
• 1 avocado (optional)
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup pine nuts
• 2-3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 2-3 tbsp water
• juice of 1 and 1/2 lime
• salt & pepper

OPTIONAL:

• 1/2 serrano pepper for extra kick

DIRECTIONS

• STEP 1. Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until well combined and smooth.
• STEP 2. Add more lime juice or olive oil/water if it feels too thick.