Low-Calorie Pesto With Pasta
A low-calorie pesto pasta dish featuring a vibrant basil sauce and a reduced amount of cheese.
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Instructions
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Start boiling a large pot of water.
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Cook spaghetti in the boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes until al dente, then drain.
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Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine garlic, basil, and pine nuts until finely minced.
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Add cheese and process until well combined, then slowly pour in oil until the desired consistency is achieved, and season with salt.
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Toss the cooked pasta with the pesto sauce and serve immediately.
Nutritional Info (per serving)
Calories:
146 kcal
Carbohydrate:
18 g
Cholesterol:
2 mg
Fiber:
2 g
Protein:
4 g
Saturated Fat:
1 g
Sodium:
145 mg
Sugar:
0 g
Fat:
7 g
Unsaturated Fat:
0 g