Perfect Pesto

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 c. fresh basil leaves, hard packed
  • 1/2 c. fresh parsley, hard packed
  • 1/4 c. pine nuts or walnuts, toasted
  • 1/2 c. Romano or Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Place in blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Use immediately
  2. or freeze in small containers for later use.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

662 kcal 33% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 24.3g 49% DV
Total Fat 45.8g 59% DV
Carbs 49.6g 18% DV
Fiber 16.7g 60% DV
Sugar 3.4g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 626.8mg 27% DV
Potassium 1553.8mg 33% DV
Cholesterol 26mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 61.5mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 31.5mg 35% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 1128.8mg 87% DV
Iron 29.4mg 100% DV

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

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