Lighter Spinach Pesto Sauce

Pesto sauce originated in Genoa, Italy and traditionally includes basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. This lighter version adds spinach for extra nutrition.

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: 9.

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Lighter Spinach Pesto Sauce

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

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Total Time 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 320

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Spinach
• 1 cup Basil leaves
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Pine nuts
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. In a blender, combine spinach, basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in Parmesan cheese.
4. Serve as a sauce or condiment with pasta, grilled vegetables, or as a spread on sandwiches.
5. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 80kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 4g2%

Sugars 1g

Protein 2g4%

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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.