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Creamy Basil Pesto Sauce - Low Calorie Flavor for the Summer

Crave big flavor without the guilt? Make this low-calorie Creamy Basil Pesto Sauce for pasta, pizza, shrimp, cauliflower rice, and more!
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Vegetable
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cottage Cheese,, sauce, Spicy
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 52kcal
Author: Belly Laugh Living

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 Cups Basil
  • 1 Clove Garlic
  • 1 Cup Parsley
  • 1 Lemon - Juice and Zest
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 ½ Cups Non-Fat Cottage Cheese
  • 1 Habanero Optional

Instructions

  • Chop the garlic in a food processor.
  • Add the Basil and Parsley to the food processor.
  • Add the lemon zest and juice to the food processor.
  • Add the Cottage Cheese, Salt, and Habanero to the food processor.
  • Blend all the ingredients until it is a smooth and luscious sauce.
  • Enjoy on sandwiches or in a casserole, or as a dip with bread and veggies.

Nutrition

Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 604mg | Potassium: 187mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1289IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 1mg