Cacao Nib Pesto



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Prep Time:
10 mins

Total Time:
10 mins

Servings:
4

Yield:
4 servings


Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ouncesfresh basil leaves, stems removed
  • ¼cupextra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • ¼cupcocoa nibs
  • 3tablespoonstoasted pine nuts, divided
  • 1teaspoonlemon juice
  • ½teaspoonpink peppercorns
  • ¼teaspoonsea salt

  • Directions

    Place basil leaves in a mini processor. Add 2 tablespoons oil, cacao nibs, 2 tablespoons pine nuts, lemon juice, peppercorns, and sea salt. Pulse until coarse. Add more oil if needed and blend into a creamy paste. Mix in remaining pine nuts.

    Use pesto immediately or refrigerate in a glass container topped with oil to avoid browning.



    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    229 Calories
    22g Fat
    7g Carbs
    2g Protein

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