Artichoke and Pine Nut Pesto

Artichokes are actually a type of thistle and have been cultivated for centuries for their delicious hearts.

This is vegan, gluten free, low carb and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 20 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 9.

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Artichoke and Pine Nut Pesto

Cooking Method: Blending Cuisine: Italian Courses: Any, Appetizer, Condiment Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 5 min Total Time 20 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can Artichoke Hearts
• 3 tablespoon Pine Nuts
• 1 cup Basil Leaves
• 2 cloves Garlic Cloves
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 cup Olive Oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

1. Drain the artichoke hearts and rinse them under cold water.
2. In a food processor, combine the artichoke hearts, pine nuts, basil leaves, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
3. Blend until smooth and creamy.
4. Transfer the pesto to a bowl and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
5. Serve the artichoke and pine nut pesto as a dip, spread, or sauce with your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16g25%

Total Carbohydrate 6g2%

Sugars 1g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.