Basic Basil Pesto Recipe

Recipe By EatingWell

Simplicity reigns in this traditional sauce--just basil, garlic, cheese and olive oil. Our one modification? We like omega-3-laden walnuts in the mix for their crunch and delicate flavor, but pine nuts, almonds, pecans or even pistachios may be substituted for the walnuts.

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Ingredients for Basic Basil Pesto Recipe

  • 1/4 cup Packed Fresh Basil Leaves
  • 0.03 cup Walnut pieces, toasted
  • 0.03 cup Grated parmigiano reggiano cheese
  • 0.38 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 tablespoon Water
  • 0.13 Large clove garlic, quartered
  • 0.06 teaspoon Salt
Nutrition
value
98
calories per serving
9 g Fat3 g Protein2 g Carbs< 1 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    9g
  • Protein
    3g
  • Carbs
    2g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    2g
  • Protein
    3g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

Fats

  • Fat
    9g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    94mg
  • Iron
    1mg
  • Vitamin A
    100mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    33mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    7mg
  • Vitamin E
    1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    34mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    56mg
  • Selenium
    2mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By EatingWell