Parsley, Almond, and Lemon Pesto

Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Cooking Method: Blend
Cuisine: American
Courses: Dinner, Lunch
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

Use this healthy pesto sauce on your favorite pasta.

Ingredients
  • 6 tbsp Almonds (sliced)
  • 6 tbsp Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 cup Parsley (fresh)
  • 1/2 Lemon (juiced)
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
Instructions
  1. 1

    In a food processor, combine the almonds, cheese, parsley and lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Slowly pour in oil and mix it into the rest of the ingredients.

  3. 3

    Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 199kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g30%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 6mg2%
Sodium 144mg6%
Potassium 155mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 4g2%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 1g
Protein 4g8%

Vitamin C 30 mg
Calcium 10 mg
Iron 7 mg
Vitamin D 0 IU

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Average cost of recipe per serving: $0.82

Note: The costs are an estimated calculation and are subject to variation depending on the time of year and your location.

Adapted from: www.myplategov.gov

Keywords: Parsley, Almonds, Parmesan, Lemon
Read it online: https://livehealthycooks.com/recipe/parsley-almond-and-lemon-pesto/