Photo: Mike Kenneally
Dreamy basil pesto
6 ingredients
30 min
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Homemade pesto is far superior to shop bought and very easy to make. This version uses roast garlic which adds a mellow unctuousness - perfect if you find raw garlic too overpowering.
Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
457
Calories
15g
Protein
43g
Fat
8g
Carbs
What these numbers assume — 8 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Pine | 1 oz (28g) | 191 |
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 119 |
| Parmesan Cheese | 1 oz (28g) | 110 |
| Walnut | 1 walnut half (4g) | 26 |
| Black Pepper | 1 tsp ground (2.3g) | 6 |
| Garlic | 1 clove (3g) | 4 |
| Basil | 5 leaves fresh (2.5g) | 1 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
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
- 25g/1oz parmesan
- 1 garlic
- 60g/2oz fresh basil
- 50ml/2fl oz extra virgin olive oil
- 50g/2oz toasted pine nuts
- salt and pepper
Directions
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By bbcfood ·
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