1️⃣ Rinse purslane carefully — this is a wild edible plant straight from your backyard!
2️⃣ Blend purslane, basil, nuts, garlic, and cheese until finely chopped.
3️⃣ Drizzle in olive oil while blending to create a creamy, smooth pesto.
4️⃣ Taste, adjust with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
🧊 Freezing for Long‑Term Meal Prep
Spoon your purslane pesto into silicone ice cube trays and freeze. Once solid, pop the cubes into an airtight container or freezer bag.
✅ Perfect for quick weeknight dinners
✅ Zero waste meal prep ideas for busy families
✅ Cost‑effective superfood storage that lasts months
🍝 Ways to Use Purslane Pesto Cubes
🔥 Quick Pasta Sauce: Drop a cube into hot pasta water for a nutrient‑dense, restaurant‑style meal.
🔥 Healthy Sandwich Spread: Spread on sourdough or whole‑grain bread for a quick snack rich in omega‑3s.
🔥 Low‑Carb Zoodles: Toss with spiralized zucchini for a keto‑friendly dinner.
🔥 Heart‑Healthy Topping: Melt over grilled fish, baked chicken, or roasted vegetables.
🔥 Flavor Booster: Stir into quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice for an easy weight‑loss recipe.
🌸 A Garden Weed Turned Into a Gourmet Treasure
Purslane isn’t just a weed — it’s a sustainable superfood, a budget‑friendly source of vitamins, and an example of traditional, organic gardening wisdom.
When you turn it into purslane pesto cubes, you’re not just creating a sauce…
💚 You’re creating nutrient-packed, anti-inflammatory, heart-healthy meal prep magic right in your own kitchen.
