Spinach Almond Pesto Recipe

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Brief

Servings: 8

Yield: 8 servings

Spinach Almond Pesto Recipe

Ingredients

½ cup pine nuts

1 cup slivered California Almonds

divided

1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach

thawed and squeezed almost dry

6 cloves garlic

roasted and peeled

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

plus more for garnish

½ cup chicken or vegetable broth

½ cup olive oil

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon lemon zest

Tips

Directions

Step 1

Place almonds and pine nuts (keep separate) in a single layer in a dry skillet over medium heat. Toast stirring occasionally until fragrant 3-5 minutes.

Step 2

Combine all ingredients except 1/2 cup of the slivered almonds in a food processor blending just until smooth.

Step 3

Toss pesto sauce with cooked fettuccine and top with roasted cherry tomatoes and remainder of slivered almonds.

Nutritional Information

Spinach Almond Pesto Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:8

Calories: 307.7

% Daily Value *

Protein: 10.2g 20%

Carbohydrates: 6.8g 2%

Dietary Fiber: 2.8g 11%

Sugars: 1.3g

Fat: 27.8g 43%

Saturated Fat: 4.8g 24%

Cholesterol: 9.1mg 3%

Vitamin A Iu: 4209.9IU 84%

Niacin Equivalents: 3.1mg 24%

Vitamin B6: 0.1mg 8%

Vitamin C: 4mg 7%

Folate: 62.9mcg 16%

Calcium: 197.6mg 20%

Iron: 2.2mg 12%

Magnesium: 92mg 33%

Potassium: 283.2mg 8%

Sodium: 241.7mg 10%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 11%

Calories From Fat: 250.1

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.