Lemon Cashew Pesto

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Lemon Cashew Pesto

This Lemon Cashew Pesto is made from fresh basil and roasted cashews instead of the usual pine nuts. I add lemon zest, red pepper flakes and Parmesan!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 3/4 cup cashews
  • 4 medium sized garlic cloves
  • zest of half a lemon
  • pinch salt
  • pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan-Reggiano or Romano cheese
  • 3 cups fresh basil leaves packed
  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
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Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients except for basil and olive oil to food processor. Blend with pulsing motion for a minute or so to breakdown and form a paste.
  2. Next add the basil and with processor running slowly add the oil in a steady stream to blend thoroughly.
  3. This makes almost 3 cups of fresh pesto which can be used over hot pasta, as a dipping sauce or spread.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 87kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 76mg (3%) Potassium 80mg (2%) Vitamin A 340IU (7%) Vitamin C 1.4mg (2%) Calcium 82mg (8%) Iron 0.8mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 87 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 87kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 76mg 3%
Potassium 80mg 2%
Vitamin A 340IU 7%
Vitamin C 1.4mg 2%
Calcium 82mg 8%
Iron 0.8mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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