Pepita Pesto

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A mild, nutty-tasting (though nut-free) vegan pesto made with pepitas, parsley, and basil. Tastes great on pasta or bread.

Submitted by Becky

Updated on August 16, 2021

Prep Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

5 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

½ cup fresh parsley
⅓ cup pepitas
1 (2/3 ounce) package fresh basil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon water
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

Combine parsley, pepitas, basil, lemon juice, water, and garlic salt in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until blended into a coarse meal. Pour olive oil in slowly and pulse a few times until pesto has come together.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

193	Calories
19g	Fat
3g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 193
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g	25%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Sodium 120mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 3g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 3g	6%
Vitamin C 13mg	14%
Calcium 24mg	2%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 154mg	3%

* 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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