Easy Homemade Classic Pesto
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Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 0
Serves: 8
Difficulty: Easy
From Craig Humphreys's locker
Homemade pesto not only tastes so much better than store bought, it's super easy to make and only takes a few minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
60 gbasil leaves
50 gpine nuts
50 gparmesan (finely grated)
1 large clovegarlic
2 tsplemon juice (optional)
125 mlolive oil (preferably extra virgin)
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to tastepepper
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories169 kcal
Protein3g
Low
Fiber1g
Low
Carbs2g
Low
Fat17g
Moderate
Sugar0g
Good
Sodium101mg
Good
Cholesterol5mg
Good
Good
Moderate
High (watch out)
High (beneficial)
Note: All nutrition values are estimates based on common RDA guidelines and are for reference only. Green indicates good levels, amber means moderate. Red is used when sugar, sodium, or cholesterol levels are high (which you should watch out for), while blue highlights high protein or fiber (which is generally good). Optimal ranges vary by individual needs, activity level, and health goals.