Paleo, Low Carb & Keto Pesto

Paleo, Low Carb & Keto Pesto

This pesto is the real deal, a family recipe (straight from la nonna of a friend!).

Course Sauces

Cuisine Gluten Free, Italian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 3

Total Time 13

Servings

Calories 155kcal

Ingredients

60 g fresh basil leaves to taste
35 g pine nuts lightly toasted
2 garlic cloves
30 g extra virgin olive oil
25 g Parmesan cheese freshly grated*
kosher salt to taste
water as needed

Metric - US Cups

Instructions

Lightly toast pine nuts until golden in a dry skillet or pan over medium heat. Remove from pan and allow to cool.
In a food processor or blender, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil and parmesan cheese and process for a couple of minutes until a paste forms. Do not over-process into a puree, as we want to retain some texture. Season to taste. Depending on the use you're giving it, you may need to thin it out with a tablespoon or so of water.

Notes

If paleo or dairy free, substitute the Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast. Add it little by little to taste.

Nutrition

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