Name: Low-Fat Basil Pesto Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh basil leaves; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp Greek yogurt; 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese; 2 cloves garlic; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tbsp pine nuts; Salt and black pepper to taste; 2–4 tbsp water

Description

A fresh, creamy, and healthy Low-Fat Basil Pesto made with basil, garlic, lemon, pine nuts, Parmesan, and Greek yogurt. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, and light meals with vibrant flavor.

Ingredients

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2 cups fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp Greek yogurt
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp pine nuts
Salt and black pepper to taste
2–4 tbsp water

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Instructions

Wash and dry basil leaves carefully.
Toast pine nuts in a dry pan until golden.
Add basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to a blender.
Pulse until combined.
Add olive oil and Greek yogurt slowly while blending.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Adjust consistency with water if needed.
Taste and serve fresh.

Notes

You can substitute pine nuts with walnuts or almonds. For dairy-free version, skip Parmesan. Store in fridge with olive oil layer on top. Best consumed within 5 days.