CACAO NIB PESTO
Adding cacao nibs to traditional basil pesto gives your menu a smoky dimension. Use this pesto on pasta or spread it on toasted crusty bread topped with grated Italian cheese for a unique and healthy appetizer. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Provided by Buckwheat Queen
Categories Pasta Sauces
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 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.n
- Use pesto immediately or refrigerate in a glass container topped with oil to avoid browning.n
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 122.7 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
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