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Green Goddess Pesto Bites

Delightful bites packed with fresh flavors, creamy avocado, and zesty herbs, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Pesto
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts or walnuts
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan
  • 2 cloves garlic roasted for sweetness
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
For the Bites
  • 1 package puff pastry sheets store-bought
  • 1 egg egg wash or milk for vegan
  • to taste sea salt
  • to taste pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your fresh ingredients like basil, garlic, and pine nuts.
  2. In a food processor, combine basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Pulse until you achieve a vibrant green paste.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly blend in your prepared pesto until the mixture forms a soft dough.
  5. Roll the dough into small balls—about the size of a golf ball—and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the bites are puffed up and golden brown on top.
  7. Allow the Green Goddess Pesto Bites to cool for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan for added flavor.

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