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Perilla Leaf Pesto (Vegetarian)

Cost $5, save $10

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  • 10 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $5

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 15 perilla leaves
    • 🧄 1/2 tbsp minced garlic
    • 🌰 3 tbsp pine nuts
    • 7 tbsp olive oil
    • 🧂 1 pinch salt
    • 🧀 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese

STEPS

1

Prepare the ingredients for perilla leaf pesto.

2

Wash the perilla leaves thoroughly and roughly chop them.

3

Add 3 tablespoons of pine nuts to the mix.

4

Add 1/2 tablespoon of minced garlic.

5

Pour in 7 tablespoons of olive oil.

6

Add 3 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese.

7

Season with 1 pinch of salt.

8

Blend all the ingredients in a mixer until smooth.

9

Your quick and healthy Korean-inspired pesto is ready!

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

120

Calories

  • 3g
    Protein
  • 2g
    Carbs
  • 11g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Use this pesto as a spread for bread or a sauce for pasta.You can substitute perilla leaves with basil for a more traditional pesto.Add a squeeze of lemon juice for a tangy twist.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.