Basil Puree

Simple to do, and a delight to add as a garnish to other dishes. My favorite is to swirl it into my Roasted Tomato soup just before serving.

Step: 1

Make a paste by crushing basil leaves and salt with a mortar and pestle. Stir in the olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Per Serving: 66 calories; protein 0.7g; carbohydrates 0.7g; fat 6.9g; sodium 146.5mg.

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