Basil Pesto Cream

How to Make Basil Pesto Cream

This flavorful dip is surprisingly healthy and low-fat. Use it as a dip or spread. It’s great served over grilled or broiled fish too!


20servings


1 Tbsp.

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Step-By-Step Instructions:

  1. Place spinach, garlic, shallot, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and basil in food processor. Process to a paste.
  2. With motor running, add cottage cheese and oil. Process until smooth. Add milk to achieve the desired consistency, if desired.
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Nutrition facts

20 Servings



  • Serving Size

    1 Tbsp.


  • Amount per serving



    Calories





    15

  • % Daily value*

  • Total Fat
    0.5g

    <1%

    • Saturated Fat
      0.2g

      1%

  • Cholesterol
    0mg

    0%

  • Sodium
    50mg

    2%

  • Total Carbohydrate
    1g

    <1%

    • Dietary Fiber
      0g

      0%

  • Protein
    2g

Ingredients

cottage cheese (non-fat)
1 cup

Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tsp

fresh basil
1/2 cup

Parmigiano-Reggiano (grated)
1/4 cup

shallots (minced, about 1 large)
1 tbsp

baby spinach
1 cup

skim milk
2 tbsp

garlic (minced)
2 clove