Green Pea Pesto Recipe

Recipe By EatingWell

Who says all pestos have to be made with basil and pine nuts? This nut-and garlic-free pesto recipe will prove that all pestos are not equal. Sweet peas, parsley, basil and mint are blended with parmesan cheese and a mild shallot, resulting in a fresh, tasty sauce that can be served with vegetables or pasta, or even used as a sandwich spread.

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Ingredients for Green Pea Pesto Recipe

  • 1/2 cup Frozen sweet green peas, thawed
  • 1/2 cup Snipped fresh italian parsley leaves, lightly packed
  • 1/4 cup Snipped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup Snipped fresh mint
  • 1 Shallot, chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Nutrition
value
207
calories per serving
2 g Fat19 g Protein25 g Carbs5 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    2g
  • Protein
    19g
  • Carbs
    25g
  • Fiber
    5g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    25g
  • Protein
    19g
  • Fiber
    5g

Fats

  • Fat
    2g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    318mg
  • Iron
    4mg
  • Vitamin A
    204mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    74mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    37mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    65mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    254mg
  • Selenium
    13mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By EatingWell