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10 Minute Pesto

Pesto is a low-carb, nutrient-dense sauce featuring pine nuts, fresh basil, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. The perfect Mediterranean sauce.
Course dressing, sauce
Cuisine Italian
Keyword keto, low carb, pesto
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 6 portions
Calories 82kcal
Author missblasco

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

Serving: 6portions | Calories: 82kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 74mg | Potassium: 48mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 456IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1mg