LOW FAT PESTO RECIPES

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CLASSIC PESTO RECIPE | BBC GOOD FOOD



Classic pesto recipe | BBC Good Food image

Whizz up delicious homemade pesto in under 15 minutes using just five ingredients. This herby Italian-style sauce is great stirred through pasta for a quick meal

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Condiment, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Pasta

Total Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Yield Makes 250ml

Number Of Ingredients 5

50g pine nuts
80g basil
50g parmesan or vegetarian alternative
150ml olive oil
2 garlic cloves

Steps:

  • Heat a small frying pan over a low heat. Cook the pine nuts until golden, shaking occasionally. Put into a food processor with the basil, parmesan, olive oil and garlic cloves. Whizz until smooth, then season to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, FatContent 9 grams fat, SaturatedFatContent 2 grams saturated fat, FiberContent 0.1 grams fiber, ProteinContent 1 grams protein, SodiumContent 0.04 milligram of sodium

FABULOUS CILANTRO PESTO RECIPE | ALLRECIPES



Fabulous Cilantro Pesto Recipe | Allrecipes image

This is a delicious version of the classic with a little more zip! You can substitute the vinegar with lime juice, lemon juice or Italian salad dressing.

Provided by Gena Urias

Categories     World Cuisine    European    Italian

Total Time 30 minutes

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package farfalle pasta
1 bunch fresh cilantro
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup walnuts or pecans
salt to taste
½ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and return water to a boil. Cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain well.
  • In an electric food processor or blender, blend cilantro, garlic, vinegar, Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, nuts, and salt. Add 1/4 cup of the olive oil, and blend the pesto. Add more olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
  • Pour pesto in a small saucepan and warm over low heat, stirring constantly, until pesto begins to simmer. Pour over cooked pasta and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.1 calories, CarbohydrateContent 42.8 g, CholesterolContent 2.8 mg, FatContent 20.5 g, FiberContent 2.7 g, ProteinContent 10.1 g, SaturatedFatContent 3.1 g, SodiumContent 54.8 mg, SugarContent 2.2 g

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