Basil Pecan Pesto

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I prefer the taste of pecans over the pine nuts usually called for in pesto recipes. I developed this recipe over a summer of trial and error and prefer it to all other pesto recipes!

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
12 servings
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Ingredients

  • 3 cups fresh basil leaves

  • 1 ½ cups pecans

  • 4 cloves garlic

  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

  • ¾ cup olive oil

  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1 pinch ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Blend the basil, pecans, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper together in a food processor until the mixture becomes a slightly chunky paste.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

232 Calories
24g Fat
3g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 232
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g 31%
Saturated Fat 3g 17%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 132mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 2g 5%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 3g 6%
Vitamin C 2mg 3%
Calcium 67mg 5%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 96mg 2%

* 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.

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