Homemade Basil & Spinach Pesto

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Nutritional Info

Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 114.3

Total Fat: 9.6 g
Cholesterol: 7.2 mg
Sodium: 182.0 mg
Total Carbs: 3.9 g
Dietary Fiber: 0.6 g
Protein: 4.5 g

View full nutritional breakdown of Homemade Basil & Spinach Pesto calories by ingredient

Introduction

My version of spincah & basil pesto, thrown together from what was on hand, and trying to stay as low fat as possible. I use this as a topping for ricotta and spinach tortelloni. My version of spincah & basil pesto, thrown together from what was on hand, and trying to stay as low fat as possible. I use this as a topping for ricotta and spinach tortelloni.

Minutes to Prepare: 15

Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 cups fresh spinach

2 cups fresh basil leaves

1/2 cup lemon juice or to taste

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp minced garlic, or to taste

1/2 cup finely shredded fresh parmesan cheese

salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Combine all ingredients in food processor until desired consistency. For me, this came out to 4 servings about 1/4 cup each.

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SHELLACKER.