Light Pesto Sauce Recipe

Discover the secret to unbelievably flavorful pesto without a drop of oil! This vibrant sauce bursts with garlic and lemon zing, making it the perfect complement to pasta, beef, shrimp, chicken, and more. Easy to make in just 10 minutes, it also freezes beautifully for future culinary adventures. Get ready to elevate your dishes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 153.5 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Light Pesto Sauce

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How to Make Light Pesto Sauce

  1. Combine 1 cup grated Romano cheese and 4 cloves garlic in a food processor.
  2. Process for 30 seconds until finely chopped.
  3. Add 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves, ½ cup toasted pine nuts (or walnuts), 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Process until well combined, about 15 seconds.
  5. With the food processor running, gradually add 2 tablespoons lemon juice, processing for another 15 seconds or until smooth and creamy.
  6. Toss with your favorite pasta or use as a delicious sauce for beef, chicken, or seafood. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

21g

Carbs

1g

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