Small-Batch Walnut Pesto

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, lightly packed

• ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

• 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons walnuts

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ⅛ teaspoon pink salt

• 1 pinch black pepper

• ¼ cup avocado oil (or olive oil)

Instructions

1. Place the fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, walnuts, garlic powder, pink salt, and black pepper into a food processor or blender.

2. Pulse or blend the ingredients until finely chopped and combined.

3. Gradually pour in the avocado oil (or olive oil) while blending until it reaches a smooth, paste-like consistency.

4. Serve over low-carb pasta, grilled chicken, burgers, pizza, or sandwiches, and enjoy!