Parsley isn’t just for garnish! It’s densely packed with nutrients and worthy of center stage in your next meal. This parsley pesto offers vibrant flavors and a healthy dose of vitamins A, K, C and more. Simply process the ingredients until smooth and toss with pasta for a quick dinner, spread on a sandwich or add to slaw or potato salad for fresh flavors in classic recipes.
Parsley Pesto
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 5
Calories 336 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups parsley leaves and tender stems about 1 bunch
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 3 garlic cloves peeled
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
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In food processor, combine parsley, parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, lemon juice and salt until smooth.
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While processing ingredients, slowly pour in olive oil for 30 seconds or until light, fluffy and smooth.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Parsley Pesto
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 336
Calories from Fat 306
% Daily Value*
Fat 34g52%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g
Monounsaturated Fat 19g
Cholesterol 9mg3%
Sodium 381mg16%
Potassium 242mg7%
Carbohydrates 5g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 2113IU42%
Vitamin C 34mg41%
Calcium 127mg13%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.