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Creamy Low-Fat Arugula Pesto

Creamy Low-Fat Arugula Pesto
Creamy Low-Fat Arugula Pesto might be just the condiment you are searching for. One portion of this dish contains about 4g of protein, 4g of fat, and a total of 66 calories. This recipe serves 5. Head to the store and pick up scallions, farmer cheese, cream cheese, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, primal, and vegetarian diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.

Instructions

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In a small dry skillet, cook the garlic cloves over moderate heat, turning occasionally, until softened and blackened in spots, about 15 minutes.
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Let cool slightly. Peel and lightly crush the garlic.
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Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine the cheeses and scallions; process until smooth.
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Add the garlic to the processor and puree.
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Add the arugula and pulse until finely chopped but not pureed. Season with salt and pepper.
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Serve With: Fresh vegetables as a dip or on grilled vegetable sandwiches or, thinned with a little pasta cooking liquid, as a sauce for pasta.
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Notes: One tablespoon: Calories 17 kcal, Total Fat 1 gm, Saturated Fat .8 gm
DifficultyMedium
Ready In45 m.
Servings5
Health Score8
Gluten FreeVegetarian
DietsGluten FreeLacto Ovo VegetarianPrimal
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