Zesty Lemon Pesto Receita

This vibrant, light green pesto is so incredibly flavorful, you'll want to eat it straight from the bowl! Made with fresh basil, zesty lemon, and crunchy pine nuts, this recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for pasta, grilled chicken, or as a vibrant spread. Get ready for a burst of sunshine on your plate!

Preparo 5 min
Cozimento 10 min
Calorias 919.6 kcal
Proteína 21g
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Ingredientes para Zesty Lemon Pesto

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Como fazer Zesty Lemon Pesto

  1. Combine 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/2 cup pine nuts, and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese in a food processor or blender.
  2. Process until coarsely chopped.
  3. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil until a smooth paste forms.
  4. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Process until you reach your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  5. Let the pesto stand for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step enhances the overall taste and aroma.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

58g

Carbs

4g

Perguntas frequentes

Quanto tempo leva para fazer Zesty Lemon Pesto?

Zesty Lemon Pesto leva cerca de 15 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 5 minutos de preparo e 10 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Zesty Lemon Pesto?

Zesty Lemon Pesto tem aproximadamente 919.6 calorias por porção, com cerca de 21 g de proteína, 4 g de carboidratos e 148 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Zesty Lemon Pesto?

Os principais ingredientes de Zesty Lemon Pesto são Basil Leaves, Garlic Cloves, Lemon Zest, Fresh Lemon Juice, Pine Nuts, Asiago Cheese. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.

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