Low Sodium Spinach Pesto
Revitalize your favorite dishes with this vibrant and heart-healthy Low Sodium Spinach Pesto! Packed with fresh spinach, fragrant basil, and creamy unsalted walnuts, this pesto offers a flavorful twist without relying on added salt. Nutritional yeast lends a cheesy, umami depth, while zesty lemon juice keeps it bright and refreshing. In just 10 minutes, you can blend together this smooth, nutrient-rich sauce that’s perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip for veggies. With its emphasis on simple, wholesome ingredients, this low-sodium recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a delicious and guilt-free alternative to traditional pesto.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Raw unsalted walnuts
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and pat dry the fresh spinach and basil leaves to ensure they are clean and free of water.
Step 2
In a food processor, combine the spinach, basil, walnuts, and garlic. Pulse several times until the mixture is coarsely chopped.
Step 3
Add the lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and black pepper to the food processor. Pulse again to incorporate the ingredients.
Step 4
While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Continue processing until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 5
If the pesto seems too thick, add the water one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition, until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Note that this is a low-sodium recipe, so avoid adding salt. The lemon juice and nutritional yeast provide flavor balance.
Step 7
Transfer the pesto to an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Step 8
Use the pesto as a sauce for pasta, a spread for sandwiches, or as a dip for veggies.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (278.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 966.8 |
| Total Fat 96.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 59.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 21.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.8g | |
| Protein 19.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 148.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 600.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories