Pecan Pesto Sauce

Prep: 10 min Cuisine: Italian

A flavorful and nutty pesto sauce featuring fresh basil, roasted pecans, and Parmesan, perfect for pasta lovers seeking a rich, crunchy, and customizable topping.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup packed fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped roasted pecans
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Blend all ingredients at medium speed until well mixed.
  2. Refrigerate the sauce.
  3. Mix into cooked pasta to taste.
  4. Sprinkle additional roasted pecans on top as a garnish.
  5. The sauce may be frozen for later use.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

582 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 19.6g 39% DV
Total Fat 45.4g 58% DV
Carbs 33.7g 12% DV
Fiber 12.4g 44% DV
Sugar 2g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10000.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 1012.5mg 22% DV
Cholesterol 5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 20mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 8.3mg 9% DV
Calcium 829mg 64% DV
Iron 25mg 100% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % 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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