How to Make Pesto Lower in Fat

Tip 1 - The World's Healthiest Pesto

I think this is my new favorite recipe. But shhh... it's got a secret ingredient. Do not take this stuff lightly, folks. This pesto is completely oil free, life-altering, and is not to be missed. S...

Tip 2 - Almost as Good as the Real Thing: Low-Fat Pesto — Recipes from The Kitchn

You know that we love basil, so of course we love pesto too, especially during the summer. But pesto is a little high in fat to be eating every day. So we've been challenging ourselves lately to make a low-fat pesto that we love as much as the real thing. The problem with most low-fat pesto recipes is that they just don't have that punch of basil flavor, or they aren't very creamy. Most of them replace the oil with something less caloric, but yogurt is too tangy, and chicken stock doesn't have the rich mouth feel that we love so much.

Tip 3 - Basic Basil Pesto

Simplicity reigns in this traditional sauce—just basil, garlic, cheese and olive oil.
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Tip 4 - Low Calorie Pesto Sauce Recipe - 2 Points + - LaaLoosh

Checkout this healthy Pesto sauce Recipe at LaaLoosh.com! With just 2 Points + per serving, you can enjoy this popular Italian sauce recipe over fish, chicken, pasta, pizza....you name it! It's a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional pesto recipes.