Keto Pesto Sauce is a tasty and flavorful dish with a reduced-carb amount. This sauce is flavorful, aromatic, and loaded with fresh herbs and healthy fats. This recipe contains the flavor of normal pesto sauce, which is low-carb. We use some components that add richness and a strong flavor to the dish. This sauce produces a soft and silky texture that gives a delicious flavor in every bite. Keto Pesto Sauce is quick to make, and you can eat it as a snack, for lunch, with family, and at dinner. This recipe sometimes contains sugars and fillers. It freezes well for three months. This recipe contains one gram of net carb. Toss it with zucchini noodles or alongside grilled meats. This recipe takes only ten minutes to cook completely. Serve it as a sauce, dip, or spread.
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STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:
- Caloric content: 180 kcal
- Diet: Keto, Low Carb, Gluten-Free
- Course: Sauce, Condiment
- Cuisine: Italian
- Time for prep: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
- Working time (in total): 10 minutes
- Size/serving: 2 tablespoons
- Yield in total: About 1 cup
- Cooking mode: No-cook, blended
- Difficulty level: Very Easy
TOOLS:
- Spatula
- Measuring cups
- High-speed blender or food processor
- Closed storage jar
- Measuring spoons
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/4 tsp of black pepper
- One-third cup of pine nuts
- 1/4 tsp of salt
- Half a cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves, 2 cups
- Half a cup of olive oil (virgin)
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTION:
PIE NUTS:
- Pine nuts provide a regular pesto texture. Walnuts or macadamia nuts perform well and are low in carbs.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- It provides a salty and umami flavor to the sauce. You can use a Pecorino Romano, which is a good replacement.
BASIL:
- Basil is the center of pesto. Fresh leaves are important for flavour. If required, use arugula or spinach in place of some basil.
GARLIC:
- It delivers a punch and aromatic flavor in the dish. You can use fresh garlic, which is perfect. You can use some powdered garlic in place of fresh garlic.
OLIVE OIL:
- This oil gives healthy fats and adds richness to the sauce. For a good taste, you can use more virgin oil. You can utilize avocado oil as a neutral replacement.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Put the garlic, nuts, basil, pepper, pine, and salt in a processor.
- Grind them till they are completely well combined
- While the machine is working, softly sprinkle in the olive oil.
- Process till silky and lightly grainy.
- Include Parmesan cheese and run the processor to bind the ingredients.
- Try it and adjust the seasoning according to your requirements.
- Set it up in a jar and wrap it carefully.
TIPS:
- Before adding more salt, taste it first because cheese is also salty.
- For good texture control, gently use the oil.
- Before keeping it in the fridge, add a thin layer on the surface to avoid browning.
- Don’t blend the pesto too much; it may become slightly bitter.
- For a strong flavor, eat it quickly.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
LOW-CARB SNACK:
- Cheese Crisps
- Keto Crackers
KETO PASTA ALTERNATIVES:
- Shirataki Noodles
- Zucchini Noodles
VEGETABLE SIDES:
- Grilled Asparagus
- Roasted Cauliflower
PROTEIN PAIRINGS:
- Pan-Seared Salmon
- Grilled Chicken Thighs
STORAGE INFORMATION:
REFRIGERATION:
- Keep in a closed vessel for five days. Put a thin layer on the surface to maintain its color.
FREEZING:
- Store in small servings for three months. Before using, defrost it in the fridge.
FAQs:
How can I make a non-dairy version?
- You can skip cheese or use Parmesan (dairy-free) as a replacement.
Is this pesto sauce keto or not?
- Yes, when regular pesto forms with fillers, then it naturally contains a low-carb count.
May I add dried basil?
- For a good flavor, we recommend using fresh parsley in the recipe.
Why did my pesto become so dark?
- When air is present, oxidation happens. Apply oil to slow down the process.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Size/serve: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 180
Carbs in total: 2 g
Fiber: 1 g
Net carbs: 1 g
Fats: 18 g
Sugar: 0 g
Proteins: 3 g
Sodium: 150 mg