Low Carb Pesto Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads, grilled vegetables, or protein dishes with this irresistibly fresh and zesty Low Carb Pesto Vinaigrette! Packed with bold flavors from fragrant basil, rich Parmesan cheese, and nutty pine nuts, this homemade vinaigrette is a low-carb delight perfect for keto or health-conscious diets. A touch of fresh lemon juice and red wine vinegar brightens every bite, while extra-virgin olive oil creates a silky texture that’s ideal for drizzling. Made in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile dressing is as simple as blending and adjusting to your desired consistency. Whether you're looking for a flavorful marinade or a salad topper, this low carb pesto vinaigrette is sure to become your new go-to recipe for guilt-free indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Pine nuts
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Start by gathering all the ingredients and ensure your basil leaves are rinsed and patted dry.
In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, and peeled garlic cloves.
Pulse the mixture several times until the ingredients are finely chopped.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the processor.
Start the food processor again and slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil. Continue blending until the mixture becomes smooth and emulsified.
With the machine still running, add the water to reach your desired consistency of the vinaigrette.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice according to preference.
Transfer the pesto vinaigrette to a jar or bottle for serving or storing.
Serve immediately as a dressing over salads, roasted vegetables, or use it as a marinade. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1383 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.4 g | 190% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.1 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1526 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 338 mg | 7% | |
*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.
