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10 Comments · February 10, 2014

Superseed Pesto

Superseed Pesto

You may have noticed that a handful of the recipes I've been posting recently have included hemp seeds. Hemp seeds are amazing little super seeds that are often considered to be within the top 10 super foods... ever. Yes, they are that good for you! Not only are they high in protein, they also have the optimal balance of Omega-3 and Omega-6 and contain oodles of trace minerals that are vital to health. Just 1 ½ tablespoons of hemp seeds contain 5 grams of protein, 10 percent daily value of iron, 1245 milligrams of Omega-3 and 436 milligrams of Omega-6* fatty acids. Like other super seeds, hemp seeds contain all 10 of the essential amino acids and they are rich with anti-aging antioxidants such as Vitamin E.

So what do you do with them? Fortunately, hemp seeds are extremely versatile and easy to incorporate into smoothies, salads, dressings, and even pesto! Thanks to their wealth of healthy fats, they become creamy when blended and add an amazing richness to whatever lucky dish is graced with their presence.

I was inspired to create this pesto a few months back after first experimenting with hemp seeds but lost the idea amidst the cluttered spreadsheet I use to write recipes. I'm sad it was temporarily lost but oh so glad it was found late last week. I'm overly critical of the recipes I put on this blog because I have to be (wouldn't want you spending time, money, and effort making something mediocre), but I have to say that this is probably the best pesto I've ever tasted. Something about the way the hemp seeds and pepitas blend together with sweet basil, peppery arugula, and other flavors absolutely elates my taste buds. I know that Dan will also  vouch for this pesto's deliciousness as I found him standing with the refrigerator open, eating the sauce straight from the jar (and that was after we had enjoyed it on pizza for lunch).

I promise you that this is a pesto worth making. It's vegan, nut-free, and loaded with healthy fats + antioxidant-rich ingredients. It's great dripped over pasta, slathered on pizza, and smeared on sandwiches. If you're at a loss for a specific recipe to pair it with, do not fret; I'll be posting a pizza recipe later this week that makes great use of it.

Superseed Pesto

Superseed Pesto

5.0 from 3 reviews
Superseed Pesto
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Total time
10 mins
 
Superfood seeds (i.e., hemp seeds and pepitas) are blended with basil, arugula, garlic, olive oil, and other seasonings to create an ultra creamy, flavor-bomb of a pesto. It's so good and good for you that you will find yourself eating it by the spoonful... or maybe that's just me!
Author: Blissful Basil
Recipe type: Sauce
Serves: 1 ½ cups
Ingredients
  • ⅓ cup hemp seeds
  • ⅓ cup raw pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • 2 cups loosely packed basil leaves
  • 1 cup arugula
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • black pepper, to taste
Instructions
  1. Add all ingredients to a food processor and process until smooth (approximately 2-3 minutes).
  2. Slather on pasta, pizza, sandwiches, and veggies.
  3. Store leftovers in refrigerator.
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Source: http://shine.yahoo.com/healthy-living/hemp-seeds-why-eating-superfood-171600844.html

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  1. Malulik says

    June 16, 2014 at 3:05 pm

    Can i replace hemp seed with flaxseed?

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    • Ashley says

      June 16, 2014 at 3:55 pm

      Hi Malulik! Unfortunately, the two aren't interchangeable. You could probably get away with substituting more pepitas for hemp seeds, but flax would impart a very different flavor and texture. I hope this helps!

      Reply
      • Sylvia says

        January 26, 2020 at 10:25 am

        Can I use powdered hemp?

        Reply
        • Ashley says

          January 27, 2020 at 9:33 am

          Hi, Sylvia! I wouldn't recommend using powdered hemp as you want the hemp seeds to retain quite a bit of their texture in this pesto. H

          Reply
  2. Tracy says

    February 19, 2015 at 8:35 am

    I absolutely agree, this is the BEST pesto I have ever tasted!! Definitely grabbed a few spoonfuls to eat plain as I was making several recipes this week. :-) Another batch will be made this weekend for sure!

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      February 19, 2015 at 11:30 am

      Really?! Love hearing this, Tracy! Also, I eat it by the spoonful too :) So glad you're enjoying the recipe, and thank you for the feedback!

      Reply
  3. Keith says

    February 25, 2015 at 2:38 pm

    Absolutely delicious!

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      February 25, 2015 at 7:43 pm

      So glad you enjoyed it, Keith!

      Reply
  4. Patty says

    September 09, 2016 at 12:07 pm

    Hello there Ashley, I am going to make this vegetable farro salad today, it sounds just great !
    Thank you. Patty

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      September 16, 2016 at 8:52 am

      I hope you enjoy/ed it, Patty!

      Reply

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