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Garlic Pesto Spread

Garlic Pesto Spread recipe

Pesto originated in Genoa, Italy and traditionally contains basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.

This is vegan, gluten free, low carb and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 10 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.

Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses ,
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 10 min Total Time: 10 mins
Servings 6
Calories 1080
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
  • 4 clove Garlic Cloves
  • 2 tablespoon Pine Nuts
  • 0.5 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts, and lemon juice. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
  2. Slowly add olive oil while the processor is running until the mixture is smooth.
  3. Add salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse a few times to combine.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl.
  5. Serve as a spread on bread, crackers, or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 180kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g25%
Total Carbohydrate 6g2%
Sugars 1g
Protein 4g8%

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

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