Carrot Pesto

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cashews, toasted and chopped
  • 1/2 lb carrots, peeled and grated
  • 1 None orange, 1/3 zested then juiced
  • 12-14 sprigs thyme, leaves removed
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 3 oz Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Place the cashews, carrots, 7-8 tbsp orange juice, thyme and oil in a food processor and pulse to a coarse consistency. Add the orange zest and Parmesan and pulse briefly. Season then transfer to 2 x 10 oz sterilized glass jars and cover with a layer of olive oil on top. Seal and store in a cool dark place.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

578 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 17.4g 35% DV
Total Fat 38.7g 50% DV
Carbs 46.8g 17% DV
Fiber 10.2g 36% DV
Sugar 13.9g 28% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 363.8mg 16% DV
Potassium 1118.3mg 24% DV
Cholesterol 5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 926.8mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 51mg 57% DV
Calcium 367.8mg 28% DV
Iron 8.4mg 46% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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