Moringa Basil Walnut Pesto

Moringa Basil Walnut Pesto

Moringa Basil Walnut Pesto

We have been anticipating our Moringa Basil Walnut Pesto for several months now! Basil has such an amazing fresh smell; I love how it seems to sing of summertime! While our garden’s basil has yet to reach its prime, we recently picked up a fresh basil plant at the store because …here in Southern California, I had begun to observe our Moringa leaves lifting their fresh new faces to the summer sun; and I could not resist this recipe any longer.

As anticipated, our basil and Moringa leaves soon became fast friends. They blended well along with some other nourishing raw ingredients to formulate an intensely savory recipe that delights the taste and bolsters the body.

Pesto originated in Northern Italy and traditionally consisted of garlic, basil, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, and high quality olive oil. This classic recipe has since morphed into a variety of concoctions. Variations can include….the greens, the nut of choice, and the hard cheese desired.  I have even heard “tale” of substituting the amazing avocado for olive oil! I’m sure the die-hard pesto consumer may have a case to argue that many a recipe should not fall into the pesto category; but regardless of how you refer to this recipe, all the ingredients listed are amazing God-designed nourishment to strengthen your body.

Why not support your body, and enjoy it at the same time. Be creative and adapt this recipe to your preference; if one of the ingredients we choice to include in our Moringa Basil Walnut Pesto does not appeal to you, substitute it out and make a delicious Moringa pesto all your own!  

Lastly, as you may well know, there are oodles of ways to enjoy any Moringa pesto recipe…starting with your spoon!  Eating Moringa pesto by the spoonful is my 6 year old’s favorite.  Although, she really likes it any way it is served.

Think ….amazing homemade pizza sauce layered with mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, feta, vegetables, garlic chicken; maybe a delicious alternative tomato base pasta sauce, antipasto, spreads for crusty breads, salad dressings…

Do you have any plans for your warm weather foods? We would love to hear if you decide to whip up some Moringa Basil Toasted Walnut Pesto, how you liked it and how you used it!

Moringa Basil Walnut Pesto
Moringa Basil Walnut Pesto
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Servings Prep Time
3/4 cup 8 minutes
Servings Prep Time
3/4 cup 8 minutes
Moringa Basil Walnut Pesto
Moringa Basil Walnut Pesto
Print Recipe
Servings Prep Time
3/4 cup 8 minutes
Servings Prep Time
3/4 cup 8 minutes
Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves gently packed divided
  • 1/3 cup toasted walnuts
  • 2/3 cup finely shaved parmesan
  • 2 large cloves raw garlic
  • 1/2 cup fresh Moringa leaves
  • 4 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) adjust to desired texture or consistency
  • 1/2 juice lime
  • pink Himalayan salt to taste
Servings: cup
Instructions
  1. Place half the basil leaves along with the garlic cloves, cheese, and walnuts into a high speed blender (nut butter jar) or food processor. Blend continuously until finely chopped and evenly dispersed.
  2. Add remaining basil leaves in addition to the fresh Moringa leaves. Blend, scraping down sides of the jar intermittently until adequately chopped and incorporated.
  3. Drizzle in EVOO while blending. Adjust to desired consistency. (Note: More EVOO will produce a thinner pesto that works well for sauces. Less EVOO will produce pesto better equipped for spreading.)
  4. Spritz in lime juice. Sprinkle in salt. Add/adjust ingredients (garlic, walnuts, cheese, lime, salt) to taste.
  5. Enjoy in whatever way you prefer: crusty bread spread, salad dressings, pasta/pizza sauce....
Recipe Notes

Pesto is visually most vibrant immediately following preparation as it does darken with oxidation over time. When storing, cover with a bit of EVOO in a small airtight container in the refrigerator. Moringa Pesto also freezes well for up to 6 months.

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3 thoughts on “Moringa Basil Walnut Pesto”

  1. Sherry Lee West

    I recently had the pleasure of experiencing Moringa Basil pesto in Hawaii… I purchased the pesto at a Farmer’s market in Kailua. It was the best pesto I have ever tasted! I’m so happy to have found your recipe. Where can I find fresh Moringa leaves to make your recipe? I live in San Bruno, California.

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