Fresh Basil and Asiago Pesto – I Adore Food

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
17%
Fresh Basil and Asiago Pesto – I Adore Food
45 min.
8
143kcal

Suggestions

Looking for a delicious and versatile vegetarian and gluten-free pesto recipe? Look no further! This Fresh Basil and Asiago Pesto is perfect for those with dietary restrictions, yet it's bursting with flavor that will impress even the most discerning palate. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves eight, making it ideal for family dinners, gatherings, or simply enjoying as a dip, spread, sauce, or condiment.

With a mere 143 calories per serving, this pesto is not only tasty but also mindful of your dietary needs. The combination of fresh basil, pine nuts, Asiago cheese (or parmesan), and olive oil creates a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. The process is simple and requires only a food processor to blend the ingredients into a smooth, aromatic paste.

This Fresh Basil and Asiago Pesto is incredibly versatile, adding a gourmet touch to pasta, pizza, sandwiches, or even as a base for a flavorful dip. Its rich, nutty flavor with a hint of saltiness from the Asiago cheese is sure to elevate any meal. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this pesto is a must-try that promises to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cup basil fresh
  • 0.5 cup pinenuts 
  • 0.5 cup asiago cheese fresh (or parmesan)
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • pinch salt 

Equipment

  • food processor

Directions

  1. Take the Basil leaves off of the main stem and wash them well. Pad dry to make sure no water goes into the pesto.
  2. In a food processor, put your basil leaves, oil, pine nuts, cheese, garlic and salt and pulse until the mixture has become a paste. Scrape off the sides once or twice to make sure everything has been made into a paste.
  3. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Calories143kcal
Protein9.79%
Fat86.15%
Carbs4.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.13
Glycemic Load
0.11
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.1147826087216%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:142.68kcal
7.13%
Fat:14.18g
21.82%
Saturated Fat:2.37g
14.84%
Carbohydrates:1.51g
0.5%
Net Carbohydrates:1.07g
0.39%
Sugar:0.38g
0.42%
Cholesterol:4.25mg
1.42%
Sodium:105.57mg
4.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.63g
7.25%
Manganese:0.83mg
41.5%
Vitamin K:39.84µg
37.95%
Vitamin E:1.83mg
12.22%
Phosphorus:96.09mg
9.61%
Vitamin A:446.88IU
8.94%
Calcium:88.7mg
8.87%
Magnesium:28.73mg
7.18%
Copper:0.14mg
7.11%
Zinc:0.78mg
5.18%
Iron:0.79mg
4.41%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.68%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.38%
Vitamin B3:0.46mg
2.27%
Potassium:78.32mg
2.24%
Selenium:1.49µg
2.13%
Folate:8.41µg
2.1%
Fiber:0.43g
1.73%
Vitamin C:1.42mg
1.72%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.26%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.25%