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Lighter Basil Pesto

Cost $6, save $4

Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 10 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $6

INGREDIENTS

  • Herbs

    • 2 cups fresh basil

  • Aromatics

    • 2 cloves garlic

  • Nuts and Seeds

    • 1 tablespoon pine nuts

  • Dairy

    • ÂĽ cup part-skim ricotta cheese
    • ÂĽ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • Oils and Fats

    • 2 teaspoons olive oil

  • Stocks and Broths

    • 2 tablespoons vegetable broth, or as needed

STEPS

1

Chop basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor.

2

Add ricotta cheese to the basil mixture and process.

3

Repeat with Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

4

Add vegetable broth and process until the sauce is smooth. Add more broth if the pesto is too thick.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

42

Calories

  • 3g
    Protein
  • 1g
    Carbs
  • 3g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Store the pesto in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.Freeze the sauce in portioned ice cube trays for longer storage.Adjust the consistency by gradually adding vegetable broth while blending.Use this pesto for pasta, as a spread on sandwiches, or as a dip with vegetables.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.