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Lighter Spinach Pesto Sauce

Lighter Spinach Pesto Sauce recipe

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.

Cooking Method
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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 10 min Total Time: 10 mins
Servings 4
Calories 320
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 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

Amount Per Serving
Calories 80kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g10%
Total Carbohydrate 4g2%
Sugars 1g
Protein 2g4%

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

Read it online: https://for-vegan.com/recipe/lighter-spinach-pesto-sauce/