Parsley, Almond, and Lemon Pesto
Instead of basil, this recipe uses fresh parsley to make a pesto that is simply delicious!
- 4 Servings
- Less than $3.00
Parsley, Almond, and Lemon Pesto
Instead of basil, this recipe uses fresh parsley to make a pesto that is simply delicious!
- 4 Servings
- Less than $3.00
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons almonds, sliced
- 6 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup parsley, fresh
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- salt & pepper to taste, optional
Steps
1
Wash hands with soap and water.
2
In a food processor, combine the almonds, cheese, parsley, and lemon juice.
3
Slowly pour in oil and mix it into the rest of the ingredients.
4
Season with salt and pepper.
Ingredients
Serving Size: 2 Tbs
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Calories | 171 |
| Total Fat | 17 g |
| Saturated Fat | 3 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2 g |
| Linoleic Acid | 2 g |
| α-Linolenic Acid | 0.1 g |
| Omega 3 - EPA | 0 mg |
| Omega 3 - DHA | 0 mg |
| Cholesterol | 7 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 2 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g |
| Total Sugars | 0 g |
| Added Sugars included | 0 g |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium | 111 mg |
| Potassium | 116 mg |
| Sodium | 130 mg |
| Copper | 61 mcg |
| Iron | 1 mg |
| Magnesium | 16 mg |
| Phosphorus | 73 mg |
| Selenium | 1 mcg |
| Zinc | 1 mg |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A | 80 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin C | 24 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 3 mg |
| Vitamin K | 254 mcg |
| Folate | 25 mcg DFE |
| Thiamin | 0 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 mg |
| Niacin | 0 mg |
| Choline | 4 mg |
Source:
- Bronson Wellness Center
- Bronson Healthcare - Michigan