A bowl of spinach walnut pesto spaghetti with Parmesan shavings sits on a wooden counter beside a jar of pesto and a pouch of Orgain Unflavored Whey Protein.

Spinach Walnut Pesto with Orgain Unflavored Whey

November 03, 2026

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Serves: About 8

About this Recipe

A fresh, nutty pesto made with baby spinach, basil, walnuts, and lemon, plus a boost of 25 grams of protein from Orgain Unflavored Whey. It comes together in 10 minutes with no cooking. We love it with pasta, but you can also spread it on toast, or spoon it over veggies.

Ingredients

  • 2 scoops Orgain® Unflavored Whey
  • 3 cups baby spinach, lightly packed
  • 1 cup basil leaves, lightly packed
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ½ cup walnuts
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • A few shakes of black pepper
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Add the baby spinach, basil, garlic, walnuts, salt, pepper, and Orgain Unflavored Whey to a food processor. Pulse several times to combine.
  2. While pulsing, with the lid still on, drizzle in the olive oil and blend until well incorporated.
  3. Add the lemon juice and Parmesan cheese, if using, and pulse to combine.
  4. Serve and enjoy!

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