Pistachio Pesto

This amazingly flavorful pesto has a key ingredient that makes it stand out - pistachios. Serve it with additional Pecorino Romano cheese, if desired.

Step: 1

Place shelled pistachios in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped. Add olive oil, mint, and garlic; pulse to combine.

Step: 2

Transfer to a bowl. Stir in Pecorino Romano cheese and scallions; season with salt.

Per Serving: 383 calories; protein 9.8g; carbohydrates 9.3g; fat 35.4g; cholesterol 10.3mg; sodium 276.7mg.

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