BASIL-PESTO ALMONDS

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Mediterranean-inspired flavors of basil and Parmesan cheese add savory zest to these easy seasoned almonds.

Provided by Almond Board

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Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 egg whites
¼ cup packed whole basil leaves
2 cups whole natural almonds
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 225 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Combine the egg whites and basil in a blender; process on low speed until mixture is pureed. Toss egg white mixture with the almonds. Drain in a colander. Stir together cheese, salt and garlic powder in a medium bowl. Add drained almonds and toss to coat.
  • Place almonds in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 343.2 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Nuzhat Afza
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This pesto is amazing. It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on everything from pasta to chicken to fish. It's always a hit.


Wreadyu moore Jacob
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This pesto is delicious! I love the combination of basil, almonds, and lemon. It's perfect for pasta, pizza, or even just as a dip for vegetables.


massab dogar
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I love this pesto! It's so easy to make and it's so delicious. I especially love it on pasta. It's the perfect summer meal.


Md Yasin Miyazi
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This pesto is amazing. It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on everything from pasta to sandwiches to grilled chicken. It's always a hit.


Kshitiz Pradhan
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I made this pesto last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. It's so easy to make and it's so flavorful. I'll definitely be making it again.


Zino9098 zino90
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This pesto is delicious! I love the nutty flavor of the almonds. It's perfect for pasta, pizza, or even just as a dip for vegetables.


Debbie Hicks
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I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and refreshing. I love the combination of basil, almonds, and lemon. I'll definitely be making this again.


LaTonja Sharpe-Shaw
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This is the best pesto recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and flavorful. I love that it uses almonds instead of pine nuts. It's a great way to change up the classic pesto recipe.


Gerald Carter
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I love how easy this pesto is to make. I always have the ingredients on hand, so it's a great last-minute meal option. It's also really delicious. I especially like it on grilled vegetables.


Khalid Korai
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This pesto is amazing! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on pasta, chicken, and even pizza. It's always a hit. Thanks for sharing this recipe!