DirectionsStep1Wash the spinach and basil leaves thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel.Step2In a dry skillet over medium-low heat, toast the pine nuts until they are lightly golden. Be careful not to burn them; stir frequently. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.Step3In a food processor or blender, combine the spinach, basil, toasted pine nuts, grated parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Pulse a few times to start breaking down the ingredients.Step4While the blender or food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the water and olive oil.Step5Add a pinch of salt and a dash of black pepper. Remember that the Parmesan cheese already adds some saltiness, so adjust to your taste.Step6Continue blending until the mixture reaches your desired consistency. If you prefer a smoother pesto, blend for a longer time. If you like it chunkier, pulse a few more timesIngredientsIngredients2 cupsFresh Spinach Leaves1 cupFresh Basil Leaves¼ cupPine Nuts¼ cupParmesan Cheese (grated)2 clovesGarlic (minced)2 tablespoonsLemon Juice2 tablespoonsWater2 tablespoonsOlive Oiladd Salt And PepperSee moreNutritionalNutritional81 Calories8 gTotal Fat3 mgCholesterol2 gCarbohydrate134 mgSodium2 gProteinFrom simplylowcal.comRecipeDirectionsIngredientsNutritionalExplore furtherSkinny Pesto - Slender Kitchenslenderkitchen.comLow-Calorie Pesto With Pasta Recipe - The Spruce Eatsthespruceeats.comOil Free Pesto – Three Ways [Nut Free Too!] - This Healthy …thishealthykitchen.comSkinny Pesto Sauce - Sweet Savory and Stephsweetsavoryandsteph.c…14 Pesto Recipes That Aren't Pasta - EatingWelleatingwell.comRecommended to you based on what's popular • Feedback
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