Basil Pesto

Servings = 6 | Serving size =2 Tablespoons

This recipe can be multiplied by 2,3,4.

This healthy recipe freezes fairly well. This recipe keeps about 3 - 4 days tightly sealed.

2 Tbsp pine nuts
2 cloves garlic (minced)
4 cups fresh basil
1 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano (grated)
2 Tbsp water
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 Tbsp white wine vinegar
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Place all ingredients in a blender and purée until smooth.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 2 Tablespoons | Servings 6

Calories 86 | Calories from Fat 67

Amount Per Serving (% Daily Value)

Total Fat 8g (12%) | Saturated Fat 2g (8%)

Monounsaturated Fat 4g | Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 3 mg (1 %) | Sodium 76 mg (3 %)

Total Carbohydrates 2g (1%) | Sugars 0g

Dietary Fiber 1g (5%) | Protein 3g

Vitamin A 30% | Vitamin C 11 % | Calcium 10% | Iron 6%

Vitamin K 120 mcg  | Potassium  158 mg | Magnesium  32 mg

 
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