Pesto
This pesto is the perfect complement to pasta, sandwiches and so much more.
5 mins
8 Serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves, tightly packed, no stems
- 1/4 cup pine nuts or walnuts
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Add basil, nuts, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, garlic and salt to blender. Process until finely minced.
- With the blender running, slowly add olive oil and process until smooth. Serve over pasta, spread on sandwiches or use to season your favorite protein.
Nutrition Facts
172 Calories Per ServingFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 222mgCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 3gActual nutritional values may vary depending on specific ingredients used and/or modifications to the recipe