Hazelnut, Ricotta, and Lemon Pesto

Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Hazelnut, Ricotta, and Lemon Pesto
45 min.
9
189kcal

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Introducing a delightful twist on traditional pesto that will elevate your culinary repertoire: Hazelnut, Ricotta, and Lemon Pesto. This gluten-free sauce offers a creamy texture and a burst of fresh flavors that will make your taste buds dance. Picture this: the nutty aroma of toasted hazelnuts mingling with the bright zing of lemon, all beautifully blended with velvety ricotta cheese. It’s a unique condiment that’s not just a dip or a spread, but a versatile sauce that pairs wonderfully with pasta, grilled vegetables, or even as a topping for crostini.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up enough to serve nine people, making it perfect for gatherings or a simple family meal. This pesto is a celebration of fresh ingredients; aromatic basil, fragrant garlic, and tangy lemon come together harmoniously to create a flavor profile that is both refreshing and rich. Plus, with a calorie count of only 189 per serving, you can indulge guilt-free!

Whether you’re planning a picnic, a cozy dinner, or simply want to add a touch of sophistication to your snack spread, this Hazelnut, Ricotta, and Lemon Pesto is your go-to recipe. Embrace this culinary adventure and impress your guests with a unique take on a classic favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup basil fresh coarsely chopped
  •  garlic clove peeled
  • ounces hazelnuts husked toasted
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon zest packed finely grated ()
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin divided
  • tablespoons pecorino romano cheese freshly grated
  • servings sea salt fine
  • 1.5 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese (from one 15-ounce container)

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. With processor running, drop garlic clove into machine and blend until finely chopped.
  2. Add hazelnuts, basil, and 2 tablespoons olive oil; process until hazelnuts and basil are finely chopped.
  3. Add ricotta cheese, lemon juice, lemon peel, and remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil; process until well blended.
  4. Transfer mixture to small bowl and stir in Pecorino Romano cheese. Season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts

Calories189kcal
Protein12.85%
Fat81.13%
Carbs6.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.78
Glycemic Load
0.46
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.6821739310804%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.42mg
Catechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin
0.18mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:188.75kcal
9.44%
Fat:17.45g
26.84%
Saturated Fat:5.07g
31.69%
Carbohydrates:2.91g
0.97%
Net Carbohydrates:2.22g
0.81%
Sugar:0.54g
0.6%
Cholesterol:22.81mg
7.6%
Sodium:248.85mg
10.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.21g
12.43%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.69%
Vitamin E:2.13mg
14.22%
Calcium:114.38mg
11.44%
Vitamin K:11.61µg
11.05%
Phosphorus:97.94mg
9.79%
Selenium:6.45µg
9.21%
Copper:0.12mg
6.25%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.66%
Vitamin A:262.94IU
5.26%
Zinc:0.7mg
4.64%
Magnesium:16.79mg
4.2%
Vitamin C:3.11mg
3.76%
Folate:14.16µg
3.54%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.27%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.19%
Iron:0.57mg
3.14%
Potassium:98.74mg
2.82%
Fiber:0.69g
2.76%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.65%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.65%
Source:Epicurious