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Easy Beet Pesto

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Appetizer, snacks
Servings 3

Cooking & Baking Supplies

  • Food Processor

Ingredients  

  • 1 cup boiled beets, diced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup walnuts
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 basil leaves
  • salt to taste

Instructions 

  • Bring 6 cups of water to a boil, then add in beets (keep skin and part of the stem on) and boil for approximately 40 minutes or until they are soft.
  • Remove beets, let cool and peel off skin, then dice.
  • Add all ingredients into a high speed blender or food processor and blend until pureed and smooth (add 1 tsp at a time of water or oil if pesto is too thick).
  • Remove from the food processor and ENJOY!
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