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Melanie’s Flax Seed & Walnut Pesto

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15 min prep

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1 servings

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6 ingredients

Although I know they’re good for you, I’ve always had a problem adding flaxseeds to my food, until this great Flax Seed & Walnut Pesto sauce was created for a Cook for Your LIFE...

Ingredients

2 tablespoons walnuts, toasted
2 tablespoons flaxseeds
2 cups packed basil or Italian parsley leaves
1 to 2 garlic cloves
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 to 4 tablespoons water

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

364 cals

Fat

26 g

Saturated Fat

6 g

Polyunsaturated Fat

13 g

Monounsaturated Fat

5 g

Carbohydrates

18 g

Sugar

2 g

Fiber

11 g

Protein

20 g

Sodium

460 mg

Directions

In a food processor combine the walnuts and flaxseeds, process until ground, about 1-2 minutes.
Add basil or parsley, garlic, Parmesan, and 2 tablespoons water. Puree until smooth and thick, adding more water, a little at a time, if necessary.

Chef Tips

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week in a refrigerator or up to 1 month in a freezer. Bring pesto to room temperature before serving; do not heat.

Registered Dietitian Approved

All our recipes are created by chefs and reviewed by our oncology-trained staff Registered Dietitian, Kate Ueland, MS, RD, to ensure that each is backed with scientific evidence and meets the standards set by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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