Spinach Pistachio Pesto
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Love pesto but not a fan of pine nuts? Try this easy Spinach Pistachio Pesto. It's creamy, garlicky, lemony, and nutty from the pistachios! It's so good on pasta, chicken, fish, or even just spread on bread.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pistachios Shelled, Unsalted, 50 grams
- 3 cups baby spinach Fresh, 85 grams
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese 43 grams
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients into the bowl of a food processor except the olive oil. Pulse until everything has combined and a paste has formed.
- With the food processor on, drizzle the olive oil into the mixture. If you want to make it a looser sauce, add more olive oil if desired.
- Use it as a pasta sauce over your favorite pasta, as a marinade, or eat it with a spoon directly because it's that good!
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Notes
- Taste Test: After blending, take a small spoonful and give your pesto a taste. Adjust the seasonings with salt, pepper, or a squeeze of extra lemon juice to suit your preference.
- Beyond Pasta: This pesto is incredibly versatile! Toss it with your favorite pasta for a delightful meal. Spread it on sandwiches for a flavorful lunch option. Or use it as a veggie dip for a fun snack.
- Leftovers: Leftover pesto can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Feel free to use it throughout the week to add a burst of flavor to your meals!
Nutrition Information
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Calories
355kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
35g
(54%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
23g
Cholesterol
9mg
(3%)
Sodium
510mg
(21%)
Potassium
272mg
(8%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
2568IU
(51%)
Vitamin C
10mg
(11%)
Calcium
196mg
(20%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 355 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 355kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 510mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 272mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 2568IU | 51% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 196mg | 20% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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