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Keto Pesto

Maria Emmerich
Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Dairy Free, Egg Free, Nut Free, Sauces and Condiments
Cuisine Italian
Servings 10
Calories 121

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups basil leaves packed fresh
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup walnuts omit if nut free
  • 1/2 teaspoon Redmond Real salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 2/3 cup avocado oil or extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons ice cubes KEEPS GREEN COLOR
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese omit if dairy free

Instructions
 

  • Place the basil, garlic, and walnuts, salt, pepper, oil and ice cubes in a food processor and pulse until fairly smooth. If not dairy free and serving now, add in Parmesan and puree until smooth. Taste and add more salt and pepper if desired.
  • If freezing, transfer to an air-tight container and drizzle 2 extra tablespoons of oil over the top. Freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, thaw and stir in cheese.
  • Serve over Miracle Noodles or Zoodles!

Nutrition

Calories: 121 | Fat: 10g | Protein: 6g | Carbohydrates: 2g | Fiber: 1g | P:E Ratio: 0.5