Sunflower Seed and Basil Pesto

Crescent rolls are fairly excellent on their own, but Nutella® elevates the ordinary crescent to the level of a gastronomic frenzy.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  1. 1 cup packed fresh basil
  2. ½ cup packed fresh parsley
  3. ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  4. ¼ cup raw sunflower seeds
  5. 2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  6. 1 medium lemon, juiced
  7. 1 clove garlic, crushed, or more to taste
  8. ⅓ teaspoon sea salt, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine basil, parsley, olive oil, sunflower seeds, Pecorino Romano cheese, lemon juice, garlic, and sea salt in a small blender or food processor; purée until blended to desired consistency. Taste and adjust salt if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 165 kcal
Carbohydrate 3 g
Cholesterol 2 mg
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Protein 2 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Sodium 99 mg
Sugars 0 g
Fat 17 g
Unsaturated Fat 0 g

 

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