X Files Pesto Sauce
Uncover the delicious mystery of "X Files Pesto Sauce," a vibrant twist on classic pesto that combines fresh basil leaves, nutrient-packed baby spinach, and creamy avocado for an out-of-this-world flavor. This quick and easy no-cook recipe is ready in just 10 minutes and features toasted pine nuts for a nutty depth, zesty lime juice for a citrusy kick, and Parmesan cheese for rich, savory notes. The addition of ripe avocado makes this pesto unbelievably creamy, while a hint of garlic and a touch of salt and pepper balance the flavors perfectly. Ideal as a versatile sauce for pasta, a spread for sandwiches, or a dip for veggies, this alien-like green pesto will take your taste buds on a celestial adventure. It’s captivatingly fresh, irresistibly luscious, and perfect for your next culinary experiment!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup Baby spinach
- 0.33 cup Pine nuts
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 whole Avocado, ripe
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the basil leaves and baby spinach. Set them aside.
Toast the pine nuts in a small, dry skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let them cool.
Peel the garlic cloves and add them to a food processor or blender.
Add the toasted pine nuts, basil leaves, baby spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, and lime juice to the food processor.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out one-half of the flesh into the food processor.
Blend the mixture on high speed while gradually drizzling in the olive oil until the ingredients form a smooth and creamy sauce. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Season the pesto with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Transfer the X Files Pesto Sauce to a serving bowl or airtight container. Use immediately with pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip, or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1577 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.8 g | 213% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.8 g | 139% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1891 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.2 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 553 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 814 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.
