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Ingredients
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1 cup packed basil leaves (see "Keep it Green," below)
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1/2 cup toasted walnuts
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2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated
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1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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4 cloves garlic
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1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
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Combine basil, walnuts, Parmesan, oil, garlic, and salt in a food processor. Cover; process until nearly smooth. If needed, add water, a tablespoon at a time, to thin to desired consistency.
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Transfer to a bowl; cover surface of pesto with plastic wrap. Chill up to 3 days.
Keep it Green
To create a bright green pesto, blanch basil leaves in boiling water 30 seconds. Immediately transfer to an ice bath; drain and pat dry before transferring to food processor.
To Toast Walnuts:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread walnuts onto a baking sheet. Toast in the preheated oven until nuts start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature before using.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
103 | Calories |
10g | Fat |
1g | Carbs |
2g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 103 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 10g | 13% |
Saturated Fat 2g | 8% |
Cholesterol 2mg | 1% |
Sodium 39mg | 2% |
Total Carbohydrate 1g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 2% |
Total Sugars 0g | |
Protein 2g | 4% |
Vitamin C 3mg | 4% |
Calcium 52mg | 4% |
Iron 1mg | 3% |
Potassium 58mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.