Healthy Pesto Without Pine Nuts

Healthy pesto without pine nuts is the perfect pasta sauce for any Italian dish or easy weeknight meal. This walnut and sage pesto is packed full of earthy flavors and is lower in fat and calories.

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Step-by-step instructions!

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Combine a little salt, parsley, sage, minced garlic cloves, walnuts, and lemon juice in a food processor; process until finely chopped, scraping sides.

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With the processor on, slowly pour the broth through the food chute, processing until well blended.

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Transfer the sauce to a mason jar or airtight container and store in the fridge until ready to use.

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When choosing your fresh herbs, look for plants that have bright green leaves that aren’t bruised or drooping. They will be the freshest and have the best flavor.

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