LIGHTER PESTO

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With fresh basil at its summer peak, we can add more basil and less oil and nuts to this recipe.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 10m

Yield Makes 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups tightly packed fresh basil leaves (2 ounces total)
3 tablespoons walnut pieces
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine basil, walnuts, Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, and 3 tablespoons water; season with salt and pepper. Puree until a paste forms.
  • With motor running, add oil in a thin stream. Process until very smooth, about 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 16 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 11 g

chantelle and craig xxx
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This is the best pesto recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and versatile.


Michael Corbeil
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This pesto is so good! I've been using it on everything from pasta to sandwiches.


Bikas Mandal
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I love the addition of arugula to this pesto. It gives it a nice peppery flavor.


Jia Yi Rasoelbaks Chan
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This pesto is amazing! It's the perfect balance of flavors, and it's so easy to make.


khalil Xavi
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I'm always looking for new pesto recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so light and flavorful, and it's the perfect addition to any pasta dish.


Akarul Islam
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This pesto is so easy to make! I had it ready in less than 10 minutes.


Jose rogelio Calderon vazquez
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I love that this recipe uses arugula instead of basil. It gives the pesto a unique flavor that I really enjoy.


Tiegan Oneill
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This pesto is a great way to add some extra flavor to your favorite dishes. I've used it on pasta, chicken, and fish, and it's always a hit.


Battery Low GamingNEPAL
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I'm not a big fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and flavorful, and it's the perfect addition to a summer pasta salad.


Purnima Budha
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This pesto is a great way to use up leftover herbs. I had some basil, arugula, and parsley that I needed to use up, and this recipe was the perfect solution.


Abbi Eberly
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I made this pesto with some fresh basil from my garden and it was amazing! The flavors were so bright and fresh.


Ronik YT
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This pesto is really good! I love the arugula and basil combination.


Basheer Rodrigues
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's the perfect pesto for summer.


Natasha Ewan
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This pesto is a game-changer! It's so much lighter and healthier than traditional pesto, but it still has all the flavor.


Adham mohamed
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I've tried many pesto recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing.


Parisan Movahed
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I made this pesto last night and it was a huge hit! My family loved it. It's definitely a keeper.


Ogbukwa Onyinye
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This pesto is absolutely delicious! It's so light and flavorful, and it's the perfect addition to any pasta dish.