Pesto Cream Sauce

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Pesto Cream Sauce
45 min.
4
174kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your pasta night or add a delightful twist to your favorite dishes, this Pesto Cream Sauce is just what you need! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh basil and garlic, this sauce is a beautiful marriage of creaminess and herbaceous goodness that will have your taste buds dancing.

This vegetarian and gluten-free sauce is incredibly versatile and can be used to transform anything from pasta and grilled vegetables to chicken and fish. With just a handful of ingredients, it comes together in only 45 minutes, making it the perfect choice for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The rich sour cream base adds a smooth texture while the commercial pesto provides that iconic herbal punch we all love. Plus, it’s a guilt-free delight at just 174 calories per serving!

The best part? You can prepare it ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Just stir together the ingredients, let it chill, and you’re ready to impress your family or guests with this delicious sauce! Whether it's drizzled over freshly cooked pasta, used as a dip for bread, or served alongside your favorite protein, this Pesto Cream Sauce is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

  •  garlic clove pressed
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 cup commercial pesto 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • ounce cup heavy whipping cream sour

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Stir together all ingredients. Cover and chill.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories174kcal
    Protein4.96%
    Fat85.6%
    Carbs9.44%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    15.5
    Glycemic Load
    0.08
    Inflammation Score
    -4
    Nutrition Score
    2.3786956525367%

    Flavonoids

    Myricetin
    0.01mg
    Quercetin
    0.01mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:173.52kcal
    8.68%
    Fat:16.74g
    25.75%
    Saturated Fat:6.72g
    42%
    Carbohydrates:4.15g
    1.38%
    Net Carbohydrates:3.87g
    1.41%
    Sugar:2.44g
    2.71%
    Cholesterol:34.69mg
    11.56%
    Sodium:235.31mg
    10.23%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:2.18g
    4.36%
    Vitamin A:666.12IU
    13.32%
    Calcium:83.9mg
    8.39%
    Vitamin B2:0.1mg
    5.66%
    Phosphorus:44.34mg
    4.43%
    Selenium:2.21µg
    3.15%
    Potassium:74.73mg
    2.14%
    Vitamin B12:0.12µg
    1.98%
    Vitamin B5:0.2mg
    1.96%
    Vitamin B6:0.03mg
    1.64%
    Magnesium:5.97mg
    1.49%
    Vitamin E:0.22mg
    1.44%
    Manganese:0.03mg
    1.35%
    Zinc:0.2mg
    1.31%
    Fiber:0.28g
    1.12%
    Source:My Recipes