Low Carb Red Pesto Sauce

Elevate your low-carb meal game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Low Carb Red Pesto Sauce. Bursting with the smoky sweetness of roasted red peppers, the tangy richness of sun-dried tomatoes, and the fresh, herbaceous aroma of basil, this keto-friendly sauce is a versatile kitchen essential. Whole almonds add a delightful nutty texture and healthy fats, while garlic, parmesan cheese, and a splash of zesty lemon juice round out the bold flavor profile. Blended to creamy perfection with extra virgin olive oil, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 10 minutes and pairs beautifully with grilled vegetables, roasted chicken, or as a dip. Perfect for meal prep, this savory sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, making it an easy and delicious addition to a healthy, low-carb lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup roasted red peppers
• 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil, sliced)
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup whole almonds
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
• 0.75 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl and cover with hot water. Let them soak for about 5 minutes to soften, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, soaked sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and whole almonds.

Step 3

Peel and halve the garlic cloves, then add them to the food processor. Add the parmesan cheese as well.

Step 4

Pulse the mixture until coarsely chopped.

Step 5

With the food processor running, slowly stream in the extra virgin olive oil. Continue processing until the mixture is smooth and emulsified.

Step 6

Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the processor, then pulse a few more times to combine.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Transfer the red pesto sauce to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Step 9

Serve the sauce chilled or at room temperature with grilled vegetables, chicken, or use as a condiment.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(624.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2230.4

Total Fat 218.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 44.5mg	0%
Sodium 1519.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.4g
Protein 39.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 750.8mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 2254.6mg	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: 84.1%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 9.0%