Basil-Mint-Orange Pesto

10 minutes Prep: 10 minutes

236 calories per serving view nutrition facts

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Ingredients

1	cup	basil	packed fresh
1	cup	mint leaves	packed fresh
1/2	cup	walnuts
2	tablespoons	orange juice, concentrated	(frozen), thawed
2	each	garlic cloves
1/4	cup	olive oil	(or more)

Directions

In processor, blend first 5 ingredients until almost smooth. With machine running, gradually add 1/4 cup olive oil; process until smooth.

If pesto is dry, mix in more oil by spoonfuls. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made ahead. Press plastic wrap onto surface of pesto. Cover and refrigerate up to 2 days or freeze up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature before using.)

Makes about 3/4 cup.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 42g

Amount per Serving

Calories 236 87% of calories from fat

	% Daily Value*
Total Fat 23.0g	35%
Saturated Fat 2.0g	12%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.0g	2%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	6%
Sugars 3.0g
Protein 4.0g	9%

Vitamin A	3%		Vitamin C	23%
Calcium	3%		Iron	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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