Fava Bean and Pumpkin Seeds Pesto
Fava beans have been cultivated for over 6,000 years and are one of the oldest known cultivated crops.
This is vegan, gluten free, low carb and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 15 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fava beans
- 0.5 cup Pumpkin seeds
- 2 clove Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- Blanch the fava beans and remove their outer skins.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the fava beans, pumpkin seeds, garlic cloves, basil leaves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Blend until smooth, adding more olive oil if needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Serve the pesto with pasta, bread, or as a dip.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 12g4%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.