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Brazil Nut Pesto

Brazil Nut Pesto

Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 279 kcal
Author Garry AlgaeCal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese*
  • 1/4 cup brazil nuts
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/2 lemon juiced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • *Vegan? No problem! Just substitute cheesy-tasting nutritional yeast, which is also high in B vitamins!

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. Add more oil if needed.

Recipe Notes

Since pesto contains just a few ingredients, the quality of those ingredients really matters if you want the best flavor! If you can, choose an organic olive oil and real parmesan. Trust me — your taste buds will thank you. :)

Nutrition Facts
Brazil Nut Pesto
Amount Per Serving
Calories 279 Calories from Fat 234
% Daily Value*
Fat 26g40%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Cholesterol 4mg1%
Sodium 116mg5%
Potassium 201mg6%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 2g8%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 1455IU29%
Vitamin C 11.9mg14%
Calcium 158mg16%
Iron 1.8mg10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.