Light Pesto Recipe

Light Pesto Recipe

  • 4 ounces Romano cheese, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 2 2/3 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves
  • 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • Hot cooked spaghetti
  1. In a food processor, combine Romano cheese and garlic; cover and process for 30 seconds. Add the basil, nuts, salt and pepper; cover and process until combined, about 15 seconds. While processing, add the lemon juice; process about 15 seconds longer or until combined. Toss the spaghetti.