Basil Pesto Recipe

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Basil Pesto
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Directions:

  1. In a blender or food processor, combine garlic, salt and pine nuts; cover and process until finely chopped. Add basil and olive oil; puree until smooth. Add cheese and process just until combined. Serve with pasta or grilled meats of vegetables. Yield: 1 cup.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 171.34 Kcal (717 kJ)
Calories from fat 162.46 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18.05g 28%
Cholesterol 5.5mg 2%
Sodium 241.46mg 10%
Potassium 56.31mg 1%
Total Carbs 1.18g 0%
Sugars 0.2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.32g 1%
Protein 3.13g 6%
Vitamin C 1.9mg 3%
Iron 0.5mg 3%
Calcium 87.2mg 9%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 510.99 Kcal (2139 kJ)
Calories from fat 484.53 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 53.84g 28%
Cholesterol 16.4mg 2%
Sodium 720.12mg 10%
Potassium 167.93mg 1%
Total Carbs 3.52g 0%
Sugars 0.59g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.96g 1%
Protein 9.34g 6%
Vitamin C 5.6mg 3%
Iron 1.6mg 3%
Calcium 260.1mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.9
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

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