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Bread with Cream Cheese and Pesto

Basil & Pistachio Pesto


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4.9 from 8 reviews

Description

Can you make pesto with pistachios? Yes! Check out this UK-based pistachio pesto with basil recipe that is vegan and utterly delicious. You won't regret it!


Ingredients

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  • 250ml (1 cup) shelled pistachios, natural and unsalted
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 60g (2oz) basil, washed
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 125ml (1/4 cup) olive oil
  • season to taste

Instructions

  1. Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend until desired consistency.
  2. Place in fridge or freeze in portions.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 30ml (2 tbsp)
  • Calories: 176
  • Sugar: 1.2 g
  • Sodium: 0.8 mg
  • Fat: 17.5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 4.8 g
  • Fiber: 1.5 g
  • Protein: 2.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg