Pecan-Pesto Gravenstein Apple Salad
The tart-sweet taste of Gravenstein apples pairs wonderfully with my fresh Pecan-Pesto Sauce… this is a FuN, ReFrEsHiNg way to eat your apples and surprise your taste buds too.
Course
Appetizers
,
Side Dishes
,
Soups & Salads
Servings
16
people
Servings
16
people
Ingredients
2
cups
fresh basil
packed
3
cloves
garlic
1/2
cup
toasted pecans
1/2
cup
Parmesan cheese
1/2
tsp
salt
1/2
cup
olive oil
extra virgin (EVOO)
8
cups
Gravenstein apples
washed and diced (peel on)
Instructions
Process basil and garlic in food processor until chopped. Add nuts and pulse until finely ground. Add parmesan cheese and salt.
With motor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil.
Toss pesto with diced apples.
Serve, or chill and serve later. This salad will keep 24 hours in the refrigerator.