Shred's Basil Pesto Recipe

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Shred's Basil Pesto
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Directions:

  1. Toast pine nuts in an ungreased frying pan over medium-high heat until they begin to brown.
  2. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  3. Combine basil, pine nuts, garlic, lemon, honey, and oil in a blender or food processor and pulse until smooth.
  4. Salt to taste and blend.
  5. Additional oil may be used to reach the consistency you desire.
  6. Optionally add shredded parmesan cheese just before serving.
  7. Serve over grilled chicken breasts.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 82.72 Kcal (346 kJ)
Calories from fat 54.34 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.04g 9%
Cholesterol 3.41mg 1%
Sodium 99.01mg 4%
Potassium 56.45mg 1%
Total Carbs 3.88g 1%
Sugars 2.26g 9%
Dietary Fiber 0.58g 2%
Protein 4.51g 9%
Vitamin C 2.1mg 4%
Iron 0.5mg 3%
Calcium 51.8mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 288.34 Kcal (1207 kJ)
Calories from fat 189.42 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 21.05g 9%
Cholesterol 11.88mg 1%
Sodium 345.11mg 4%
Potassium 196.78mg 1%
Total Carbs 13.52g 1%
Sugars 7.87g 9%
Dietary Fiber 2.01g 2%
Protein 15.71g 9%
Vitamin C 7.3mg 4%
Iron 1.8mg 3%
Calcium 180.6mg 5%

* 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

  • 2
    Points
  • 2
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

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