Italian Walnut Pesto Recipe Video
Ingredients
| Basil leaves | 2 Cup (32 tbs), washed | |
| Garlic | 6 Clove (30 gm), minced | |
| Walnuts | 1 Cup (16 tbs) | |
| Parmesan cheese | 1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs) | |
| Salt & pepper | To Taste | |
| Olive oil | 1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs) (as required) |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 346 Calories from Fat 285
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 33 g51%
Saturated Fat 5.5 g27.3%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 8.5 mg2.8%
Sodium 282.8 mg11.8%
Total Carbohydrates 7 g2.2%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8.1%
Sugars 0.9 g
Protein 9 g18.3%
Vitamin A 13.8% Vitamin C 8%
Calcium 20.7% Iron 7.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
1. In a blender or food processor, put the basil leaves. Process till finely chopped.
2. Add garlic, walnuts, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper and continue to blend till smooth.
3. Pour olive oil slowly while continuing to blend till the sauce reaches desired consistency.
SERVING
4. In a serving bowl, serve the pesto with chips, bread, salad or in any dish of choice.
TIPS
Pine nuts can be added instead of walnuts.
Editors Review
Pesto is a popular sauce which has become a staple in modern cuisine. It is so versatile that you can possibly flavor any dish using it. In the video, Robin makes pesto using walnuts instead of the traditional pine-nuts, which gives it a unique taste and texture. The sauce is rich but healthy due to "good" fats from olive oil and walnuts. This variation of pesto is highly recommended, toss it with some boiled pasta or salad for a light dinner.Chef
