Low FODMAP Pesto

Low FODMAP Pesto

This bright and savory pesto is garlic-free and low FODMAP, featuring fresh basil and chives. Blend it together in minutes for a versatile sauce perfect for pastas, salads, pizzas, and sandwiches.

10 servings
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Instructions

  1. 1

    Add fresh chives (50 g), fresh basil (25 g), pine nuts (35 g), nutritional yeast (30 g), lemon juice (2 tbsp) and salt (0.75 tsp) to a food processor or blender. Blend or pulse until the ingredients are all finely chopped and well combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

  2. 2

    With the blender running on a medium speed, pour the extra virgin olive oil (0.5 cup) into the blender in a slow and steady stream.

  3. 3

    Blend until you reach your desired consistency. Add additional [extra virgin olive oil] if a thinner sauce is preferred. (Optional: Add 1-3 tablespoons more oil for thinner consistency).

  4. 4

    Taste and season with more [salt] as needed. Use fresh pesto as desired or transfer to an airtight container for later.

Nutrition Facts

Per portion

147
kcal
2
Protein (g)
5
Carbs (g)
14
Fat (g)

Macronutrients

Saturated Fat 2 g
Monounsaturated Fat 8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4 g
Fiber 1 g
Sugars 3 g

Micronutrients

iron
2mg
117% DV
sodium
201mg
87% DV
calcium
15mg
12% DV
potassium
53mg
11% DV
vitamin a
10mcg
11% DV
vitamin c
3mg
33% DV
vitamin k
23mcg
192% DV