Low Sodium Pesto Toast
Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this vibrant and healthy Low Sodium Pesto Toast recipe! Packed with fresh basil leaves, toasted pine nuts, unsalted almonds, and a zesty hint of lemon juice, the homemade pesto is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for those mindful of sodium intake. Spread this nutrient-rich pesto onto crispy whole grain toasted bread, then top it with juicy cherry tomatoes and silky avocado slices for a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this low sodium pesto toast is ideal for a quick yet satisfying meal, offering wholesome ingredients and gourmet appeal without compromising heart health. Perfect for vegetarians and those seeking a high-flavor, low-sodium option, this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cups pine nuts
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.25 cups unsalted almonds
- 0.25 cups extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 0.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 avocado
Instructions
In a dry skillet, toast the pine nuts over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until they begin to turn golden brown. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a food processor or blender, combine the basil leaves, toasted pine nuts, garlic cloves, lemon juice, and unsalted almonds. Pulse until finely chopped.
While the processor is running, slowly add the olive oil through the feed tube until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed.
Add the black pepper to the pesto and pulse a few times to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and set aside.
Peel and pit the avocado, then slice it thinly.
Toast the slices of whole grain bread to your desired level of crispiness.
Spread a generous tablespoon of low sodium pesto on each slice of toasted bread.
Top with slices of avocado and cherry tomatoes.
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful low sodium pesto toast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1522 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.4 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 488 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.5 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 32.6 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 301 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1787 mg | 38% | |
*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.
