The Basil Pesto Recipe

Recipe By Jamie Oliver

Pesto is so versatile, the principle of herbs, nuts and cheese, bolstered by garlic and good extra virgin olive oil, can be taken in so many different ways. This is the classic combo, celebrating basil, pine nuts and parmesan, but use what youve got in stock.

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Ingredients for The Basil Pesto Recipe

  • 0.17 Clove of garlic
  • 0.17 bunch Large fresh basil
  • 8.33 gram Pine Nuts
  • 1/2 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
  • 8.33 gram Parmesan
  • As required Optional
Nutrition
value
178
calories per serving
12 g Fat6 g Protein13 g Carbs2 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    12g
  • Protein
    6g
  • Carbs
    13g
  • Fiber
    2g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    13g
  • Protein
    6g
  • Fiber
    2g

Fats

  • Fat
    12g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    149mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    1440mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    37mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    12mg
  • Vitamin E
    1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    57mg
  • Manganese
    1mg
  • Phosphorus
    144mg
  • Selenium
    5mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
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 Jamie Oliver