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Cashew nut pesto recipe

36 ratings

This deliciously creamy cashew nut pesto makes the perfect accompaniment to pasta, chicken or even spread on some crackers. The cashew nuts add a buttery, creamy deliciousness and are a fun twist on classic pesto. See method

Serves 8 (makes 1 jar)
10 mins to prepare
272 calories / serving
Gluten-free

Ingredients

100g (3 1/2oz) cashew nuts
2 garlic cloves
50g (2oz) Parmesan
large bunch basil
150ml olive oil

Each serving contains

Energy
1125kj
272kcal 14%
Fat
27g 39%
Saturates
5g 26%
Sugars
1g 1%
Salt
0.1g 2%

of the reference intake
Carbohydrate 2.8g Protein 4.8g Fibre 0.6g

Method

In a food processor, blitz the cashew nuts, garlic and Parmesan. Add the basil and blitz again. Then, leaving the processor running, slowly drizzle in the oil until it is all combined. Season to taste. Store in a jar and keep in the fridge for up to 1 month.

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