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EASY PESTO RECIPE



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Looking for an easy pesto recipe for a busy weeknight dinner everyone will love? Make my 5 Minute Pesto Recipe, and, I promise, you'll be hooked!

Provided by EA Stewart, RD | Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Sauce

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups fresh basil + leafy greens {i.e. spinach (kale, chard, etc})
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese {omit for vegan version}
1/4 cup pine nuts
3 cloves garlic {omit & add 1 tablespoon garlic oil for low FODMAP version}
1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients in a food processor with blade attachment. Process until blended. Scrape down sides, and process again until smooth, or desired consistency is achieved. Store in refrigerator, tightly covered, until ready to use, or for up to 3 days. Or, freeze in ice cube trays, and defrost as needed when ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 272 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 253 mg

SUPER BASIL PESTO (HEALTHY VERSION)



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Using less oil makes this recipe a little easier on the waist line, but doesn't skimp out on big taste and comes with a twist. I created this using several recipes I had seen online. Beware this is garlicky for those who don't like garlic. Cooking Time= Combining Ingredients.

Provided by Chefchriskiki

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 1 Cup Pesto, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fresh basil, lightly packed (the super part is to use more than one variety of basil, I used 3, Pesto Basil, Red Opal Basil and C)
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted (or if you want be even healthier Walnuts)
2 -4 garlic cloves, depending on size and how much you like garlic (or more, I used like 5 pretty small gloves in mine)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons water (Or Broth, I use veggie broth for mine)
1/4 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 -2 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (my little twist)

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients, but the pepper flakes in the food processor.
  • Pulse and blend.
  • Blend until everything has been mixed, the pesto should be thick (to the point of being spreadable) and not runny. Trust me you want it this way, it coats the noodles way better.
  • Put the pesto into a bowl and mix in the pepper flakes.
  • You are now ready to mix it into your pasta or put it on your pizza.
  • Note: The pesto by itself is a bit salty, but don't worry once on your pasta or pizza it is just right.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.8, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 3.6, Sodium 377.2, Carbohydrate 2.9, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 0.4, Protein 3.7

THE BEST CLASSIC PESTO



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Peppery, tangy, creamy, and fresh-tasting - this pesto has it all. It's a great way to use up the bounty of your summer herb garden, and each batch will last in the fridge for up to 2 weeks! Use it to dress up pasta, potatoes, eggs, sauces, marinades, or soups. Spread it on bread and top with grilled chicken and tomatoes for a delightful open-faced sandwich. Or, stir a spoonful into mayonnaise for a homemade pesto aioli.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     Pesto Sauce

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups packed fresh basil leaves, washed and thoroughly dried
2 large cloves garlic
¼ cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • Pulse basil and garlic in a food processor about 8 times until finely chopped. Add toasted pine nuts and salt; turn processor on low and drizzle olive oil through the chute until everything is incorporated. Add Parmesan cheese and lemon juice; pulse 2 times.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 35.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 395 mg

FANTASTICALLY HEALTHY PESTO



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This is a blending of two recipes (one from Rachel Ray and one from a Vegan website- Ashley Skabar) that just blew me away. I am not vegan, but like to cook healthfully and I believe this is better than the pestos I have had that do contain cheese. Give it a try!

Provided by newbiefoodieliz

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups spinach leaves (one large bag, or may sub. basil)
1 cup almonds (toasted or untoasted)
2 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons miso
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast, also known as brewer's yeast
1/2 cup olive oil
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In your food processor, place the almonds and garlic cloves. Chop until a course grind is achieved.
  • Add spinach by the handful and continue to work until a paste forms.
  • Add miso, white wine vinegar and nutritional yeast.
  • Stream in olive oil while processor runs until desired consistency is achieved.
  • Season with salt and pepper as desired.
  • Serve immediately or warmed over any pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.9, Fat 46.1, SaturatedFat 5.3, Sodium 452, Carbohydrate 12.7, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 2.3, Protein 11.8

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