Basil Pesto
Pesto is a great healthy option for using your fresh or dried basil!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 cups basil leaves
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic or 1 clove of fresh garlic, minced
Directions
- Rinse basil leaves well in a bowl of water. Pat dry and remove stems.
- Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor.
- Blend ingredients.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 104 |
| Total Fat | 11.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Cholesterol | 1 mg |
| Sodium | 22 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | .5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g |
| Total Sugars | 0 g |
| Added Sugars included | |
| Protein | .5 g |