Simple Spinach Pesto
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 174 kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups spinach
- 1/2 cup olive oil divided
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp. sea salt
- Pinch pepper
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Pinch red chili pepper flakes optional
Instructions
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In food processor, combine all ingredients using only ¼ cup olive oil. Blend on low setting while slowly adding remaining ¼ cup olive oil.
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Once combined, taste and adjust seasoning.
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Refrigerate until use.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Simple Spinach Pesto
Amount Per Serving
Calories 174
Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 11g
Cholesterol 3mg1%
Sodium 183mg8%
Potassium 105mg3%
Carbohydrates 2g1%
Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugar 0.3g0%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 1084IU22%
Vitamin C 3mg4%
Calcium 41mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.