Pesto della Graveglia

Pesto alla Genovese, a traditional Italian sauce made with basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil, originated in the Liguria region of Italy.

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.

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Pesto della Graveglia

Cooking Method: Blending Cuisine: Italian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Total Time 15 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 50 gram Basil leaves
• 30 gram Pine nuts
• 2 piece Garlic cloves
• 4 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 50 gram Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 pinch Black pepper
• 400 gram Pasta

Instructions

1. In a blender, combine basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic cloves, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
2. Slowly add olive oil while blending until the desired consistency is reached.
3. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
4. Drain cooked pasta and toss with the pesto sauce.
5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 5g2%

Sugars 1g

Protein 5g10%

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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.