Low Fat Basil Tomato Pesto

Bright, zesty, and packed with garden-fresh flavor, this Low Fat Basil Tomato Pesto is a lighter take on the classic Italian sauce. Bursting with the herby aroma of fresh basil and the natural sweetness of cherry tomatoes, this vibrant pesto is enriched with just a touch of Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts for a nutty depth. A splash of lemon juice adds a tangy twist, while a reduced amount of olive oil keeps the recipe low in fat without sacrificing its creamy texture. With a quick 10-minute prep time and no cooking required, this versatile pesto is perfect for tossing with pasta, spreading on sandwiches, or drizzling over grilled vegetables. Wholesome and delicious, it's the guilt-free way to savor your favorite flavors of summer.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Pine nuts (toasted)
• 1 large Garlic clove
• 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh basil leaves and gently pat them dry.

Step 2

Toast the pine nuts in a small, dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 3

In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, cherry tomatoes, grated Parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts, and garlic clove. Pulse several times until the mixture is finely chopped.

Step 4

Add the extra-virgin olive oil, water, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides of the container as needed.

Step 5

Taste the pesto and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.

Step 6

Transfer the pesto to a jar or bowl and serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(286.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	444.6

Total Fat 42.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 10mg	0%
Sodium 772.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g	0%
Total Sugars 4.9g
Protein 9.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 193.9mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 625.0mg	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: 81.3%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 10.6%