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- Homemade Basil Pesto
Try mixing this yummy Basil Pesto with grilled chicken or roasted vegetables or spread on Atkins crispbread!
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Serves:1
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Prep time:
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Cooking time:
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Phase:2
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Carbs per serving:5.6g
Ingredients
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2 ½ cups packed fresh basil (stems removed)
- ¼ cup pine nuts
- 3 cloves garlic
- ½ tsp each salt and pepper
- ½ cup fresh grated parmesan
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½ cup extra virgin olive oil
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Method
- Place basil, pine nuts, parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper in a food processor and blend until evenly mixed and finely ground. With a spoon or spatula, scrape down the sides to ensure everything is nice and mixed.
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With food processor running, slowly pour in the oil.
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To store pesto, transfer to a clean container and top with a bit of olive oil. Cover and place in fridge for up to a week.
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