Almond Pesto Recipes

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ALMOND PESTO



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This easy Almond Pesto is a nice way to change it up from traditional pesto. It uses just 5 ingredients, is ready in 5 minutes and pairs perfectly with pasta, meatballs or vegetables!

Provided by Erin

Categories     sides

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup raw almonds
2 garlic cloves
1 cup spinach
1 1/2 cup fresh basil
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
water as needed

Steps:

  • Add almonds, garlic, spinach, basil, and salt to your food processor and pulse for 10 seconds.
  • With the motor still running, pour the olive oil in through the top. If mixture gets stuck add 1-2 tbsp of water.
  • Store pesto in a jar in the refrigerator for 5-7 days, or place it in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 76 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ALMOND PESTO



Almond Pesto image

If you're a fan of pesto you have to try this easy Almond Pesto! It takes just minutes to make with a handful of ingredients. Plus it can be used in so many ways as a sauce, dip and spread. This pesto recipe without pine nuts is definitely a keeper.

Provided by Joanna

Categories     Ingredient     Side Dish

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup Whole Almonds
1 clove Garlic
3 cups Fresh Basil Leaves
½ cup Grated Parmesan or Vegetarian Alternative
½ tsp Sea Salt
½ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Black Pepper
dash Water (optional)

Steps:

  • Place the almonds and garlic into the bowl of a food processor and pulse until everything is ground into small pieces.
  • Add the basil leaves, cheese and salt and pulse again, until everything is finely minced. Be careful not to over process and make the sauce too smooth.
  • With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil.
  • Taste and season again if needed. If you like a runnier pesto add a dash or two of water and stir again.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Sodium 483 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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