When we have pasta, sometimes it’s hard to make a sauce for just one person, especially if you want protein with it. I came up with a pesto recipe that has added almonds for protein. This pesto recipe is very easy and can be stored in your fridge for a few days.

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Healthy Pesto with Protein Recipe – Made with Spinach and Almonds

Updated from a few years ago and still a great, easy pesto recipe.

Is Pesto Healthy?

Yes, pesto is healthy for you since it has a bunch of antioxidants like vitamin A and vitamin C and has good fats since it’s made with pine nuts and olive oil.

The Easy Pesto Recipe

In a food processor or blender mix water, spinach, olive oil, and almonds. I started with the spinach and water first. Then I added some olive oil and a handful of almonds. You’ll want to add enough of the ingredients to make a paste. I included about a half a bag of spinach leaves. After everything is mixed up you can add salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste.

Healthy Protein Pesto with Spinach and Almonds

Easy Healthy Pesto with Spinach and Almonds

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 12

Course dinner

Cuisine American

Servings 4 People

Calories 27 kcal

Equipment

1 cutting board
1 Food Processor
Measuring Cups and Spoons
Knives

Ingredients

3 Cups Fresh Spinach Leaves
½ Cup Olive Oil
1 Clove Garlic 1 T Jarlic will work also
⅓ Cup Almonds
Water amount will vary based on your likes
Salt and Pepper

Instructions

Wash and dry Spinach
Add Spinach, Olive Oil, Almonds and Garlic to Food Processor.
Blend adding water until the Pesto reaches the consistency you like
season to taste with salt and pepper

Keyword easy, healthy, quick, vegetables

More Easy Pesto Recipes

If you are looking for more easy pesto recipes, then here are a few suggestions.

This is a Quick and Easy Nut-Free Pesto Sauce from Fearless Dining.
Try this Mix and match pesto, customize to your own taste from The Decorated Cookie.