Low Fat Creamy Pistachio Sauce
Indulge in the rich, nutty flavors of this Low Fat Creamy Pistachio Sauce, a healthier spin on a classic pistachio-based condiment. Combining the natural creaminess of shelled unsalted pistachios with tangy low-fat Greek yogurt, fresh basil, parsley, and a splash of bright lemon juice, this recipe delivers a velvety, herbaceous sauce that's as versatile as it is delicious. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it's perfect for busy weeknights or quick meal preps. Use it as a vibrant pasta sauce, a fresh veggie dip, or a delightful topping for grilled chicken or fish. With its balance of wholesome ingredients and bold flavor, this pistachio sauce is a guilt-free way to elevate any dish! Keywords: low fat pistachio sauce, creamy pistachio sauce, healthy sauce recipe, no-cook pistachio sauce, Greek yogurt sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios
- 0.5 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 1 large lemon, juiced
- 1 large garlic clove
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by placing the pistachios in a food processor. Pulse them until they are finely ground.
Add the Greek yogurt, basil leaves, parsley leaves, lemon juice, and garlic to the food processor.
Blend the mixture until it forms a smooth paste, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the processor with a spatula.
Gradually add in the water, pulsing to combine, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper according to taste preferences, blending briefly to mix.
Transfer the sauce to a bowl or container and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Serve the sauce over your choice of pasta, as a dip for vegetables, or as a drizzle over grilled chicken or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
253 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 257 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 527 mg | 11% | |
*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.
