Simple Pesto
Ahhhh pesto....it is quite possibly my favorite food. I make all different types and put it on just about everything.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 128kcal
Ingredients
- 4 ounces extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1½ ounces pine nuts or nuts of choice, walnuts, cashews, pumpkin seeds etc
- 2 ounces parmesan cheese
- 2 ounces fresh basil leaves torn
Instructions
- Add ingredients to Vita-Mix (or other high speed blender or food processor) in the order displayed.
- If using Vitamix: Turn machine to Variable Speed 1, then increase quickly to Variable Speed 7, blend for 1 minute. If using food processor: blend until smooth.
Notes
To store: Place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 43mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 287IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 0.5mg