Low Fat Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
Elevate your pasta nights and snack spreads with this vibrant Low Fat Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto! This healthier twist on classic pesto swaps traditional heavy ingredients for low-fat Greek yogurt and skips oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, cutting calories while preserving bold, rich flavors. Packed with the earthy sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes, the freshness of fragrant basil, and a hint of zesty tang from lemon juice, this quick-to-make pesto comes together in just 10 minutes with no cooking required. Its silky texture, enhanced with a subtle Parmesan bite, makes it perfect for tossing with pasta, spreading on sandwiches, or pairing with crunchy veggies as a dip. With fewer fats and all the flavor, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is a must-try for health-conscious food lovers seeking bold, versatile sauces!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Place the sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for 5 minutes to soften, then drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of the soaking liquid.
In a food processor, combine the softened sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, Parmesan cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Blend the mixture while gradually adding the reserved soaking liquid and water, until the pesto reaches your desired consistency. Scrape down the sides of the processor as needed.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, blending until well incorporated.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Enjoy with pasta, as a spread, or as a dip!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
499 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.9 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1465 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.1 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.6 g | ||
| Protein | 23.7 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 309 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 4001 mg | 85% | |
*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.
