Ingredients for Super Basil Pesto Healthy Version
- Fresh Basil
- 1/4 cup pine nuts (or walnuts)
- Garlic Cloves
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Water
- Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
- Pepper
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
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How to Make Super Basil Pesto Healthy Version
- Combine basil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil in a food processor.
- Pulse several times until the ingredients are coarsely chopped.
- Process until a smooth paste forms, scraping down the sides as needed. The pesto should be thick but still spreadable.
- Transfer the pesto to a small bowl.
- Stir in the red pepper flakes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and/or pepper flakes as needed.
- Serve immediately with your favorite pasta, spread on pizza, or use as a sandwich spread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
15 g
Sugar
1g
Fat
13g
Carbs
0g