Favorite Pesto

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Favorite Pesto
15 min.
9
72kcal

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Welcome to the world of vibrant flavors with our Favorite Pesto recipe! This delightful condiment is not just a treat for your taste buds; it’s also a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. Whether you’re looking to elevate your pasta dishes, create a delicious dip for your next gathering, or simply spread it on your favorite bread, this pesto is sure to impress.

What makes this recipe stand out is its commitment to being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a perfect choice for everyone at the table. With just a handful of fresh ingredients, including aromatic basil, zesty garlic, and rich extra-virgin olive oil, you can whip up this flavorful sauce in just 15 minutes! Each serving is a mere 72 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt.

One of the best parts about making your own pesto is the ability to customize it to your liking. If you don’t have pine nuts on hand, feel free to experiment with other nuts like walnuts or cashews, each bringing its own unique twist to the classic recipe. So, gather your ingredients, fire up that food processor, and get ready to enjoy a burst of fresh, herby goodness that will elevate any meal!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cups basil fresh
  •  garlic clove peeled
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • tablespoons pinenuts toasted

Equipment

  • food processor

Directions

  1. Place garlic in food processor; process until minced.
  2. Add basil and next 4 ingredients (through pepper). With processor on, slowly pour oil through food chute; process until smooth, scraping sides.
  3. Tip: If you don't have pine nuts, you can substitute other nuts such as unsalted and toasted walnuts or cashews. All nuts add their own unique flavor to pesto.

Nutrition Facts

Calories72kcal
Protein3.36%
Fat91.39%
Carbs5.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.67
Glycemic Load
0.15
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.0769565280365%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.24mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:71.75kcal
3.59%
Fat:7.59g
11.67%
Saturated Fat:0.94g
5.9%
Carbohydrates:0.98g
0.33%
Net Carbohydrates:0.7g
0.25%
Sugar:0.15g
0.17%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:259.05mg
11.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.63g
1.26%
Vitamin K:38.38µg
36.56%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.39%
Vitamin A:424.02IU
8.48%
Vitamin E:1.14mg
7.6%
Copper:0.07mg
3.28%
Magnesium:11.35mg
2.84%
Vitamin C:2.31mg
2.8%
Iron:0.45mg
2.48%
Phosphorus:18.76mg
1.88%
Calcium:17.03mg
1.7%
Folate:6.59µg
1.65%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.47%
Potassium:44.32mg
1.27%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.21%
Fiber:0.29g
1.14%
Source:My Recipes