Keto Basil Pesto
Keto pesto is so quick and easy to make at home, you won't bother with the store bought option again. Great to toss through zoodles for a low carb meal.
Servings 7
Calories 150kcal
Ingredients
- 1 bunch basil, leaves picked (approx. 50g)
- zest of ½ a Lemon
- ½ clove garlic, chopped
- 20 g pine nuts, toasted
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
- salt & pepper
Instructions
- Pulse the basil leaves, garlic and lemon zest a small food processor or blender until finely chopped
- Add pine nuts and continue pulsing until finely chopped
- Add olive oil and lemon juice and pulse a couple of times to combine
- Stir in parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste
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Notes
Makes 200mL (14 tbsp) Serving size is 2 tbsp
NOTE: THIS IS BASED ON THE INGREDIENTS WE USED, NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION MAY VARY DEPENDING ON THE INGREDIENTS USED.
Nutrition
Serving: 2Tbsp | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 16g | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Net Carbs: 0.5g