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Low-fat pesto fettuccine
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Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
25 minutes
"Skip the oil and let zesty lemon juice make this pesto flavorful without the extra fat."
Ingredients:
  • 1 bunch fresh basil, leaves picked, washed, dried
  • 1-2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 40.00 ml toasted pine nuts (see tip)
  • 31.50 gm fresh lemon juice
  • 20g (1/4 cup) shredded parmesan
  • 400g fettuccine
  • 50.00 ml shaved parmesan
Instructions:
  • Set aside 1/2 cup of basil leaves. Combine the rest of the basil leaves in a small food processor with garlic and pine nuts. Pulse until finely chopped.
  • Blend in the lemon juice until a coarse paste forms, adding more if needed. Mix in the shredded parmesan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and transfer back to the pot. Mix in the pesto until fully incorporated.
  • Spoon the pasta mixture into individual serving dishes. Garnish with the reserved basil leaves and shaved parmesan before serving.

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