Pesto Pasta Recipe

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Pesto Pasta
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Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, place basil, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic, nutmeg,and nuts if using.
  3. Cover and process on low for one minute or until very finely chopped.
  4. While continuing to process add oil in at a steady stream until all oil is incorporated and blended well.
  5. Drain pasta.
  6. Top with pesto and toss to coat.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 155.02 Kcal (649 kJ)
Calories from fat 144.16 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16.02g 25%
Cholesterol 3.86mg 1%
Sodium 293.7mg 12%
Potassium 46.17mg 1%
Total Carbs 1.33g 0%
Sugars 0.23g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.26g 1%
Protein 2.32g 5%
Vitamin C 3.8mg 6%
Iron 0.5mg 3%
Calcium 53.7mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 523.93 Kcal (2194 kJ)
Calories from fat 487.24 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 54.14g 25%
Cholesterol 13.03mg 1%
Sodium 992.65mg 12%
Potassium 156.05mg 1%
Total Carbs 4.5g 0%
Sugars 0.76g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.89g 1%
Protein 7.83g 5%
Vitamin C 12.7mg 6%
Iron 1.5mg 3%
Calcium 181.4mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.4
    Points
  • 4
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

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