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Low Histamine Pistachio Basil Pesto, DF

Yields1 ServingPrep Time10 minsTotal Time10 mins

This creamy pesto will take noodles to the next level!

 1 cup Basil leaves, loosely packed
 1 tsp Minced garlic
 ¼ tsp Salt
 ¼ tsp Parsley, dried
 ¼ cup Extra light tasting olive oil
 2 tbsp Pistachios, shelled
Histamine Level: 1
 Rated a 1 due to garlic. Omit garlic for histamine level 0.
1

Wash and pat dry basil leaves.

2

Add basil, garlic, salt, parsley, & oil to a small food processor and blend for 30 seconds to a minute.

3

Add pistachio nuts and blend for 1-2 minutes, or until pistachios are finely chopped. The pesto will be creamy and fairly thick. Add more olive oil if you want it to be a more runny consistency.

4

Notes: This sauce freezes and thaws well.