Keto Roasted Red Pepper Pesto

Elevate your keto-friendly meals with this vibrant and flavor-packed Keto Roasted Red Pepper Pesto! Bursting with the smoky sweetness of roasted red peppers, fresh basil, and the nutty richness of toasted pine nuts and Parmesan cheese, this versatile pesto is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. A squeeze of bright lemon juice and a hint of garlic bring everything together for a perfectly balanced sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this creamy pesto is perfect for drizzling over grilled chicken, tossing with zucchini noodles, or spreading onto low-carb crackers. With wholesome, keto-approved ingredients and a zesty Mediterranean flair, this roasted red pepper pesto is bound to become your new favorite condiment.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 large Roasted red peppers
• 1 cup packed Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup Pine nuts
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 0.75 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by thoroughly draining the roasted red peppers if you are using jarred peppers, to remove any excess liquid.

Step 2

In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pine nuts until they are golden and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Remove from heat and let them cool.

Step 3

In a food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, fresh basil leaves, toasted pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, and garlic cloves.

Step 4

Pulse the mixture until it starts to blend together. While the processor is running, slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even blending.

Step 5

Once the olive oil is incorporated and the mixture is smooth, add the lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 6

Pulse a few more times until everything is well combined and you reach your desired consistency.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.

Step 8

Transfer the pesto to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze it for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(592.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2277.3

Total Fat 236.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.0g
Cholesterol 40mg	0%
Sodium 1867.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g	0%
Total Sugars 2.8g
Protein 28.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 538.8mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 917.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 91.2%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 3.9%