Onion-basil pesto
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- Prep Time10 min
- Total Time10 min
- Makes1 cup
Photo, Erik Putz.
Ingredients
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup packed basil leaves
1/3 cup walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup grated manchego or pecorino cheese
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp pepper
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup olive oil
Instructions
PULSE onions, basil, walnuts, cheese and lemon juice in a food processor until finely chopped. Add pepper and salt. With motor running, slowly add oil, stopping after every 2 tbsp to scrape down sides with a spatula.
REFRIGERATE in a covered container for up to 1 week.
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Nutrition (per tbsp)
Calories 85, Protein 1g, Carbohydrates 1g, Fat 9g, Sodium 54mg.
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