Watercress Pesto

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Delicious Watercress Pesto recipe for your pasta

by The Chefin Pastaauce

Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

325

Sugar

Fat

29g

Watercress pesto is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional basil pesto. This recipe uses fresh watercress, which has a slightly peppery taste and is packed with nutrients, making it a great ingredient for this dish. By using mayonnaise instead of olive oil, this recipe is quick and easy to make, while still providing the creamy texture that makes pesto so satisfying. This pesto is perfect for serving over your favorite pasta, or even using as a spread on sandwiches or as a dip for vegetables.

Instructions

1.	In a food processor, pulse the garlic and walnuts until finely chopped.
2.	Add the watercress, parmesan cheese, and mayo and pulse until smooth.
3.	Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4.	Serve over your favorite pasta and enjoy!

PROS

This watercress pesto is a fresh and flavorful alternative to traditional basil pesto.

Its ingredients are easy to find and the recipe is quick and simple to make.

Watercress has been linked to a number of health benefits, including being a good source of antioxidants and nutrients such as vitamin C and K.

CONS

The high fat content of mayonnaise and parmesan cheese may make this dish less diet-friendly.

There is also a relatively small amount of watercress used in this recipe compared to other pesto recipes, so its health benefits may be limited.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Watercress is a cruciferous vegetable that has been shown to have several health benefits, including reducing inflammation, improving heart health, and even potentially reducing the risk of certain types of cancer. It is also rich in antioxidants and nutrients such as vitamin C and K.

	1/2 clove garlic
	1/3 cup walnuts
	3 ounces watercress , rinsed and dried
	1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
	2 tablespoons mayonnaise