Dandelion Pesto
Dandelions!
They are popping up just about everywhere at the moment so why not make something useful (and delicious) with them!?
Dandelion flowers, leaves, and roots have all been used for centuries as a healing aid in tonics, foods, skin care - you name it! From fried dandelion patties to herbal teas, to wines and jellies, to healing salves… they might be one of the most versatile wild growing plants of our time, and they’re usually right in our backyard (and probably in the front and side yards, plus a couple in the cracks of the closest sidewalk too) as one of the first signs of spring!
The leafy greens are great for getting some extra potassium as well as vitamins A and C!
There are lots of delicious and simple recipes to be found using this easy-to-find plant because of its nutrient richness and healing potential, this one just happened to be our favorite…(for now).
As you go to harvest your dandelion leaf loot, be sure to remember these tips:
Use young leaves before the flower forms to avoid bitterness.
Harvest your leaves from areas that have not been sprayed with chemical pesticides. Just in case, you’ll want to rinse before use to get off any debris and/or buggy friends.
The Recipe
