Pesto is a low-carb, nutrient-dense sauce featuring pine nuts, fresh basil, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. The perfect Mediterranean sauce.
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 2 cup basil leaves fresh
- 2 tbsp roasted pinenuts
- 1/2 garlic clove
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese shredded real parmesan
Instructions
Start with garlic. The amount is up to you, if you prefer a punchy sauce, add more, for a milder flavor, use just half a clove.
Add the (toasted) pine nuts and the Parmesan to your food processor.
Add the basil leaves and a pinch of salt. Remember, the cheese is already salty, so be careful.
Pour in a generous stream of Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO). I recommend using intermittent pulses rather than continuous blending.
Serve the sauce.
Nutrition
Calories82 kcal
Carbohydrates1 g
Protein2 g
Fat8 g
Saturated fat1 g
Cholesterol3 mg
Sodium74 mg
Potassium48 mg
Fiber0.3 g
Sugar0.2 g
Vitamin A456 IU
Vitamin C2 %
Calcium65 %
Iron1 mg
