Low fat basil pesto
I needed a #lowfat version so I made this. It uses pecans instead of pine nuts and much less olive oil than normal.
It makes almost three cups and has about 10 grams of fat per 1/4 cup serving. Compared to about 30 grams (Kroger, Kirkland brands) this is pretty good.
Low fat basil pesto
I needed a #lowfat version so I made this. It uses pecans instead of pine nuts and much less olive oil than normal.
It makes almost three cups and has about 10 grams of fat per 1/4 cup serving. Compared to about 30 grams (Kroger, Kirkland brands) this is pretty good.
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Drain pecans of the soaking water, lay them out on a silicone baking mat and roast for about 20-25 minutes until toasty but not burned.
- 2
Add all ingredients to a food processor and run it until ingredients are incorporated. Add enough water so it forms a paste. You’re done. Enjoy your basil pesto.
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