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Basil & Walnut Pesto Sauce

Create a tasty alternative to classic pine nut pesto with this easy-to-make walnut pesto sauce. Blend together basil leaves, walnuts, garlic, and lemon juice for a delicious paste-like consistency.

Recipe Info

Prep time
Prep Time
10 min
Difficulty
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
Servings
2

Nutrition

calories455kcal
carbohydrates7g
fat47g
protein6g
sodium3mg
sugar1g

Ingredients

2 cups fresh basil leaves
0.5 cup walnuts
0.25 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

1

In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, walnuts, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice.

2

Blend until the mixture reaches a paste-like consistency.