Best Basil Lime And Pumpkin Seed Pesto Recipes

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PUMPKIN SEED PESTO



Pumpkin Seed Pesto image

Make and share this Pumpkin Seed Pesto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tinroof

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 6m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup hulled roasted, salted pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons fresh-grated parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves
1 cup basil
1/2 cup fresh parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine pumpkin seeds, Parmesan and garlic, and process until seeds are finely ground. Add remaining ingredients and blend just enough to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 941.4, Fat 95.4, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 5.9, Sodium 125, Carbohydrate 14.5, Fiber 4, Sugar 1.4, Protein 15.6

PUMPKIN SEED, BASIL AND MISO PESTO



Pumpkin Seed, Basil and Miso Pesto image

This pesto can be serve as a sandwich spread, dolloped onto pasta or added to a saute of your favorite seasonal vegetables.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons shelled pumpkin seeds
2 cups basil leaves, tightly packed
2 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons miso
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325*.
  • Toast pumpkin seeds for 5 minutes.
  • Place seeds and all remaining ingredients in a food processor andblend until smooth.
  • Store, covered, in the refrigerator for up to five days.

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