Basic Basil Pesto
Nutritional Info
- Servings Per Recipe: 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 81.0
- Total Fat: 11.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
- Sodium: 144.2 mg
- Total Carbs: 1.3 g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 2.1 g
View full nutritional breakdown of Basic Basil Pesto calories by ingredient
Number of Servings: 8
Ingredients
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2 cups packed fresh basil leaves (2-3 bunches)
¼ cup walnut pieces, toasted (see Tip)
¼ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons water
1 large clove garlic, quartered
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Directions
Place basil, walnuts, Parmigiano-Reggiano, oil, water, garlic, salt and pepper in a food processor; pulse a few times, then process until fairly smooth, or to the desired consistency, scraping down the sides occasionally.
Tip: To toast walnuts: Spread on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and lightly browned, 7 to 9 minutes.
Number of Servings: 8
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user CRASH0200.
Tip: To toast walnuts: Spread on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and lightly browned, 7 to 9 minutes.
Number of Servings: 8
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user CRASH0200.