Sun Dried Tomato Pesto (no nuts)

Name: Sun Dried Tomato Pesto (no nuts)
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes; 0.5 cup fresh basil; 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon salt; 0.75 cup olive oil

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This is my version of red pesto. It's really good with pasta or spread on a crusty bread.

Recipe by Jenny Crocker

Updated on October 7, 2022

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Additional Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

1 cup

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Ingredients

1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
½ cup fresh basil
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup olive oil

Directions

Place sun-dried tomatoes in a small pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let tomatoes soften, about 10 minutes. Drain.
Blend tomatoes, basil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and salt in a blender until mixed. Slowly add olive oil, about 1/4 cup at a time; blend until smooth.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

204	Calories
21g	Fat
4g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 204
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g	27%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 1mg	0%
Sodium 452mg	20%
Total Carbohydrate 4g	2%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 2g
Vitamin C 3mg	17%
Calcium 28mg	2%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 245mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.