Red Pepper Pesto Recipe

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Red Pepper Pesto
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Directions:

  1. Roast the red peppers over a gas flame or under the broiler, turning occasionally, until charred all over. Transfer the peppers to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and let cool. Peel, core and chop the peppers.
  2. In a small skillet, toast the pine nuts over moderate heat until golden, about 4 minutes. Let cool.
  3. Transfer the peppers and pine nuts to a blender. Add the garlic and whole basil leaves and blend until coarsely chopped. Add the olive oil and puree to a chunky pesto. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a large saucepan of boiling salted water, add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and cool slightly under running water. Transfer the pasta to a bowl and toss with the pesto. Season the pasta with salt and pepper. Top with the chopped basil and parmesan and serve at room temperature.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 222.74 Kcal (933 kJ)
Calories from fat 171.83 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19.09g 29%
Cholesterol 11mg 4%
Sodium 195.98mg 8%
Potassium 172.82mg 4%
Total Carbs 7.27g 2%
Sugars 4.66g 19%
Dietary Fiber 1.65g 7%
Protein 5.22g 10%
Vitamin C 119.4mg 199%
Vitamin A 3mg 99%
Iron 50.7mg 282%
Calcium 152.6mg 15%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 123.11 Kcal (515 kJ)
Calories from fat 94.97 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10.55g 29%
Cholesterol 6.08mg 4%
Sodium 108.32mg 8%
Potassium 95.52mg 4%
Total Carbs 4.02g 2%
Sugars 2.58g 19%
Dietary Fiber 0.91g 7%
Protein 2.89g 10%
Vitamin C 66mg 199%
Vitamin A 1.6mg 99%
Iron 28mg 282%
Calcium 84.3mg 15%

* 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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Weightwatchers Points

  • 5.7
    Points
  • 6
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol

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