Low Fat Classic Pesto Dressing
Elevate your salads, pastas, and veggies with this **Low Fat Classic Pesto Dressing**, a lighter twist on the traditional favorite. Bursting with the vibrant flavors of **fresh basil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese**, this recipe uses **non-fat Greek yogurt** as a healthy swap, delivering creamy goodness without the extra calories. Toasty pine nuts and a splash of lemon juice lend richness and zing, while a touch of olive oil keeps the texture silky and smooth. Made in just 10 minutes with simple ingredients, this versatile and refreshing pesto is perfect for those seeking bold flavor in a **low-fat and guilt-free dressing**. Whether drizzled over roasted vegetables or used as a dip, it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Non-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the fresh basil leaves to remove any dirt or moisture.
In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, non-fat Greek yogurt, peeled garlic cloves, and pine nuts. Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped.
Add the fresh lemon juice, grated Parmesan cheese, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the food processor.
Process the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary to ensure everything is well blended.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed; you can add a pinch more salt or a touch of lemon juice for more tang.
Transfer the pesto dressing to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use. The dressing can be stored for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
383 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1395 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 20.4 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 292 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 482 mg | 10% | |
*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.
