Ingredients for Light Pesto Sauce
- 1 cup grated Romano cheese
- Garlic Cloves
- Fresh Basil
- Walnuts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
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How to Make Light Pesto Sauce
- Combine 1 cup grated Romano cheese and 4 cloves garlic in a food processor.
- Process for 30 seconds until finely chopped.
- Add 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves, ½ cup toasted pine nuts (or walnuts), 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
- Process until well combined, about 15 seconds.
- With the food processor running, gradually add 2 tablespoons lemon juice, processing for another 15 seconds or until smooth and creamy.
- 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