This dairy-free pesto recipe uses a combination of blanched fresh nettles and fresh parsley. It is absolutely delicious! Fresh nettles can be found in early Spring in very moist, rich soil in sunny locations. Learn more about harvesting fresh nettles with this photo tutorial. If you choose to add grated parmesan cheese to this recipe, then reduce the salt by half!
Ingredients
6 cups
fresh nettles
packed
½ cups
pine nuts
3 cloves
garlic
peeled
1 cups
parsley
2 tablespoons
lemon juice
½ teaspoons
sea salt
½ cups
extra virgin olive oil