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Parsley, Almond, and Lemon Pesto

Parsley, Almond, and Lemon Pesto

20 Ratings
20 Ratings
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Parsley, Almond, and Lemon Pesto prepped and ready to use
Makes: 4 Servings
Total Cost: $$$$

Instead of basil, this recipe uses fresh parsley to make a pesto that is simply delicious!

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons almonds, sliced
  • 6 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup parsley, fresh
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • salt & pepper to taste, optional

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. In a food processor, combine the almonds, cheese, parsley, and lemon juice.
  3. Slowly pour in oil and mix it into the rest of the ingredients.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.

Notes

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Source:

Bronson Wellness Center
Bronson Healthcare - Michigan

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 2 Tbs
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 171
Total Fat 17 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Cholesterol 7 mg
Sodium 130 mg
Carbohydrates 2 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 0 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 4 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 111 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 116 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 171
Total Fat 17 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Monounsaturated Fat 11 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g
Linoleic Acid 2 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 7 mg
Carbohydrates 2 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 0 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 4 g
Minerals
Calcium 111 mg
Potassium 116 mg
Sodium 130 mg
Copper 61 mcg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 16 mg
Phosphorus 73 mg
Selenium 1 mcg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 80 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0 mg
Vitamin B12 0.2 mg
Vitamin C 24 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 3 mg
Vitamin K 254 mcg
Folate 25 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 0 mg
Choline 4 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1/4 cups
Dairy 1/4 cups

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