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Perfect Pesto

Perfect Pesto recipe

Pesto originated in Genoa, Italy, and its name comes from the Italian word 'pestare', which means to pound or crush.

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: 7.

Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses ,
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 15 min Total Time: 15 mins
Servings 4
Calories 800
Best Season Summer
Ingredients
  • 2 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts
  • 2 piece Garlic Cloves
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine basil leaves, pine nuts, and garlic cloves. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
  2. Slowly add olive oil while the processor is running until the mixture becomes smooth.
  3. Add Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Pulse a few more times to combine.
  4. Serve the pesto sauce with pasta or as a spread on bread.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 200kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g28%
Total Carbohydrate 5g2%
Sugars 1g
Protein 5g10%

* 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/perfect-pesto/