Nut-Free Roasted Red Pepper Pesto
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and flavorful Nut-Free Roasted Red Pepper Pesto! Perfect for those with nut allergies, this easy, no-cook recipe combines smoky roasted red peppers, fresh basil, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of garlic for a bold and tangy twist on classic pesto. Grated Parmesan adds a savory depth, while extra-virgin olive oil brings it all together into a creamy, smooth consistency. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile condiment is ideal for tossing with pasta, spreading on sandwiches, or serving as a colorful dip for veggies. Healthy, quick, and completely nut-free, this recipe is a must-try for pesto lovers and a game-changer for weeknight meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Roasted red peppers
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Begin by draining the roasted red peppers from any liquid and pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
2. In a food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, fresh basil leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, and whole garlic cloves.
3. Add in the freshly squeezed lemon juice to provide brightness and acidity to the pesto.
4. Pulse the mixture a few times to break down the ingredients and form a rough paste.
5. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil until the mixture is smooth and emulsified.
6. Season the pesto with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
7. Transfer the nut-free roasted red pepper pesto to a bowl. It can be used immediately or stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
8. Serve the pesto tossed with your favorite pasta, spread on sandwiches, or as a dip for vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1341 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.3 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.5 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1864 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 20.8 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 551 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 816 mg | 17% | |
*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.
