Photo: Mike Kenneally
Lime Pesto
6 ingredients
2 min + 10 min
4
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A delicious twist on a classic pesto Genovese. The hint of lime gives it a lighter, summery flavour. Perfect for pasta, as a salad dressing or on steak or chicken breast.
Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
436
Calories
14g
Protein
40g
Fat
9g
Carbs
What these numbers assume — 6 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Nut | 1 oz (28g) | 191 |
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 119 |
| Parmesan Cheese | 1 oz (28g) | 110 |
| Lime | juice of 1 lime (44ml) | 11 |
| Garlic | 1 clove (3g) | 4 |
| Basil | 5 leaves fresh (2.5g) | 1 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons Pine Nuts
- 1 ounces, weight Parmesan Cheese
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 whole Lime, Zest And Juice
- 1 ounces, weight Basil Leaves
- 6 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Directions
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By tastykitchen ·
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