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Spinach-Miso Pesto Spread

Serve as a spread on whole-grain crackers, crisp lavash, or wedges of pita bread. For more information on miso, a pungent soyfood, see page 21.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    makes about 1 cup (6 servings)

Ingredients

One 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed
1/4 to 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons miso, any variety, or to taste
1/4 cup walnuts

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine all of the ingredients in a food processor. Process until the mixture becomes a coarse, even puree. Transfer to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate until needed or serve at once.

  2. nutrition information

    Step 2

    Calories: 94

    Step 3

    Total Fat: 7g

    Step 4

    Protein: 2g

    Step 5

    Carbohydrate: 4g

    Step 6

    Cholesterol: 0mg

    Step 7

    Sodium: 301mg

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