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basil spinach pesto in glass jar with silver spoon

Basil Spinach Pesto Recipe

This Basil Spinach Pesto Recipe is perfect for anyone that prefers a mild basil flavor or is following a low carb diet. This Keto Pesto is made with pecans, one of the most Keto friendly nuts. If you don't care about carbs, you can bet that this pesto also tastes amazing!
4.45 from 20 votes
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Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 140kcal
Author: Nicole Harris

Ingredients

  • 2 Cups Fresh Baby Spinach
  • 1 Cup Fresh Basil
  • 3 Garlic Cloves
  • Juice of 1/2 Lemon
  • 1/2-1 teaspoon Himalayan or Sea Salt
  • 1/4 Cup Olive Oil
  • 1/2 Cup Chopped Roasted Pecans or Walnuts
  • 1/2 Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

  • Combine spinach, garlic, lemon juice, salt, oil and nuts in food processor or blender. Pulse several times until mixture is a chunky paste-like consistency.
  • Scrape down the sides. Add basil and parmesan cheese. Pulse just a few times to break up the basil leaves. Add more oil if a thinner consistency is preferred.
  • Transfer pesto to glass container. Top with olive oil and refrigerate to store.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 498mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g
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