Sugar-Free Classic Pesto Dressing

Elevate your dishes with this vibrant Sugar-Free Classic Pesto Dressing, an irresistibly fresh take on traditional pesto that’s both healthy and full of flavor. Made with fragrant basil leaves, toasted pine nuts, creamy Parmesan cheese, and a zesty splash of lemon juice, this recipe is completely free of added sugars and perfect for health-conscious food enthusiasts. The creamy texture is achieved with high-quality extra virgin olive oil, while garlic and freshly ground black pepper add a savory kick. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this versatile dressing, ideal as a salad topper, pasta sauce, or drizzled over grilled vegetables. With its bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this sugar-free pesto is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cups pine nuts
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 0.5 cups extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the basil leaves. Gently rinse the basil leaves under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Remove any tough stems.

Step 2

In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pine nuts for about 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 3

Peel the garlic cloves and roughly chop them.

Step 4

In a food processor or blender, combine the basil leaves, toasted pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped garlic cloves. Pulse a few times until the mixture is roughly combined.

Step 5

With the processor running on low, slowly pour in the extra virgin olive oil through the feed tube. Process until the dressing is smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Add the lemon juice, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Pulse a few more times to incorporate all the ingredients.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt or lemon juice if a brighter flavor is desired.

Step 8

Transfer the pesto dressing into an airtight container and refrigerate if not using immediately.

Step 9

Serve as a dressing for salads, a sauce for pasta, or a topping for grilled vegetables. Enjoy your Sugar-Free Classic Pesto Dressing!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(304.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1613.4

Total Fat 170.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.0g
Cholesterol 40mg	0%
Sodium 1846.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 16.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 3.2g
Protein 27.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 526.7mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 616.8mg	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: 89.7%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 3.9%