LIGHTER BASIL PESTO
Basil pesto is one of my favorite foods, especially in the summer. Unfortunately pesto is very high in fat and calories, so I have been working to create a lower fat and calorie version. This pesto is creamy and delicious without the guilt! This recipe is also great with any type of stock or nuts that you have at home.
Provided by Jtallent
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Chop basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor. Add ricotta cheese to the basil mixture and process. Repeat with Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Add vegetable broth and process until sauce is smooth. Add more broth if pesto is too thick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 42 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 4.6 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 55.6 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
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Md Sravon khan
[email protected]I'm giving this pesto 5 stars because it's delicious, easy to make, and versatile. I've already used it on pasta, chicken, and fish, and it was delicious every time.
Muhammad israil
[email protected]This pesto is the perfect addition to any summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and it's sure to please everyone at the table.
Lizeth baldivia
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but I really enjoyed this recipe. It's not as heavy as traditional pesto, and it has a really fresh flavor.
David O'Neil Jr
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to use up fresh basil. I always have a lot of basil in my garden, and this is a great way to use it up.
Mary Britton
[email protected]I love that this pesto is made with Greek yogurt. It gives it a creaminess and richness that I haven't found in other pesto recipes.
Jullianna Ramos
[email protected]This pesto is amazing! I used it on pasta, chicken, and even fish, and it was delicious every time.
ayoimboredchec
[email protected]I've tried many different pesto recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. It's the perfect balance of flavors and it's so versatile.
tan jam
[email protected]This pesto is so easy to make! I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a blender and it's ready in minutes.
Bandara
[email protected]I'm always looking for ways to lighten up my favorite recipes, and this pesto is a great example. It's just as flavorful as the traditional version, but it has fewer calories and fat.
Jordan Wingat3
[email protected]I made this pesto last night and it was a hit! My family loved it.
Sumon Dhali
[email protected]This pesto is amazing! I love that it's lighter than traditional pesto, but it still has all the flavor.