Low Fat Red Pesto Sauce

Elevate your pasta dishes, sandwiches, or roasted vegetables with this vibrant and flavorful Low Fat Red Pesto Sauce! Made with roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, and a generous handful of fresh basil, this healthier twist on the classic pesto packs bold flavors without the extra oil or calories. Lightly toasted pine nuts and a touch of parmesan provide a nutty depth, while a hint of red chili flakes adds a subtle kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, and its creamy, zesty profile brings gourmet flair to any dish. Store it in the fridge for up to a week and enjoy a guilt-free burst of Mediterranean flavor any time! Keywords: low fat pesto, red pesto sauce, healthy pesto, easy pesto recipe, quick pesto sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 medium roasted red peppers
• 10 pieces sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil)
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts
• 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking the sun-dried tomatoes in warm water for about 5 minutes to soften them. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a dry skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the pine nuts until golden and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Be careful not to burn them.

Step 3

In a food processor, combine roasted red peppers, softened sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic cloves, toasted pine nuts, and grated parmesan cheese.

Step 4

Add the lemon juice and olive oil. Start blending the mixture until it begins to become smooth.

Step 5

While the processor is running, add the water gradually to achieve your desired sauce consistency.

Step 6

Season the pesto with red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Blend again to combine all ingredients well.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice as preferred.

Step 8

Transfer the low-fat red pesto sauce to a jar or airtight container and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use. It can be kept fresh for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(436.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	605.5

Total Fat 42.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 4.4mg	0%
Sodium 1270.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 19.8g
Protein 14.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 192.9mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 2335.7mg	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: 62.1%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 28.5%