Who loves garlic scapes? I sure do! Garlic scapes are the green, curly stalks that grow out of garlic bulbs. Not only are they delicious, but they also have many health benefits! Here are some amazing recipes that will make your taste buds dance:
Sauteed Garlic Scapes
Ingredients:
- 1 bunch garlic scapes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions:
- Trim and discard the tough ends of the garlic scapes.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the garlic scapes and sea salt to the skillet, and saute for 3-5 minutes or until tender.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
Garlic Scape Pesto
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chopped garlic scapes
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions:
- In a food processor, combine the garlic scapes, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and sea salt.
- Pulse for about 10 seconds until the mixture is coarsely chopped.
- Slowly add the olive oil while pulsing the processor, until a smooth paste forms.
- Serve with pasta, bread, or use as a spread.
Garlic Scape Soup
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cups diced potatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup chopped garlic scapes
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the onion and saute for 2-3 minutes or until translucent.
- Add the diced potatoes, vegetable broth, garlic scapes, and black pepper to the pot.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream (if using), and serve hot.
Garlic Scape Hummus
Ingredients:
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped garlic scapes
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Instructions:
- In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, garlic scapes, lemon juice, sea salt, and cumin.
- Pulse until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
- Serve with pita bread, vegetables, or crackers.
These are just a few recipes that use garlic scapes. There are so many different ways to incorporate them into your meals! From soups to sauces, and even pesto. Garlic scapes are a versatile ingredient that is sure to add some flavor and nutrition to any dish!
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