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Green Goddess Pesto Bites

Green Goddess Pesto Bites

Delicious Green Goddess Pesto Bites are a vibrant appetizer that combines creamy pesto with crispy phyllo cups, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves packed
  • 1/2 cup parsley leaves packed
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup mini phyllo cups
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a food processor, combine basil, parsley, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
  2. In a bowl, mix the pesto with the softened cream cheese until well combined.
  3. Spoon the mixture into the mini phyllo cups.
  4. Top each cup with a halved cherry tomato.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 12g

Notes

Feel free to customize your Green Goddess Pesto Bites by swapping pine nuts for walnuts or adding spices for an extra kick. Experiment with cheese varieties for unique flavors.

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