Home/Herbed Pesto/Recipes
Back to Home

Healthy Recipes using Herbed Pesto

Herbed Pesto Quinoa Salad

A refreshing quinoa salad tossed with vibrant vegetables and a zesty herbed pesto for a nutritious meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup herbed pesto
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the herbed pesto with lemon juice, then pour over the salad.
  3. Toss well to combine and season with salt and pepper before serving.

Herbed Pesto Zucchini Noodles

A low-carb alternative to pasta, these zucchini noodles are coated in herbed pesto and topped with cherry tomatoes.

Ingredients
  • 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup herbed pesto
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the spiralized zucchini.
  2. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened, then add the cherry tomatoes.
  3. Remove from heat, stir in herbed pesto, and season with salt and pepper. Serve with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Herbed Pesto Grilled Chicken

Juicy grilled chicken marinated in herbed pesto, perfect for a healthy protein-packed meal.

Ingredients
  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup herbed pesto
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix the herbed pesto with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Grill the chicken over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.

Herbed Pesto Stuffed Bell Peppers

Colorful bell peppers filled with quinoa, vegetables, and herbed pesto for a wholesome dish.

Ingredients
  • 4 bell peppers, halved and seeds removed
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup herbed pesto
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine cooked quinoa, spinach, herbed pesto, feta cheese, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff the bell pepper halves with the mixture and bake for 25-30 minutes until the peppers are tender.

Herbed Pesto Cauliflower Rice

A healthy, grain-free side dish featuring cauliflower rice infused with herbed pesto.

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cauliflower, grated into rice-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup herbed pesto
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the cauliflower rice.
  2. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender, then stir in the herbed pesto.
  3. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Herbed Pesto Roasted Vegetables

A medley of seasonal vegetables roasted to perfection and tossed in herbed pesto for a flavorful side dish.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, carrots, etc.)
  • 1/4 cup herbed pesto
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the mixed vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread them on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast for 20-25 minutes, then toss with herbed pesto before serving.

Herbed Pesto Egg Muffins

Healthy and portable egg muffins packed with vegetables and herbed pesto, perfect for breakfast on the go.

Ingredients
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup herbed pesto
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, herbed pesto, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stir in spinach and bell peppers, then pour the mixture into the muffin tin and bake for 20-25 minutes.

Herbed Pesto Shrimp Skewers

Succulent shrimp marinated in herbed pesto and grilled on skewers for a quick and healthy meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup herbed pesto
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine shrimp, herbed pesto, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. Thread the shrimp onto skewers and grill over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  3. Serve immediately with a squeeze of lemon.

Herbed Pesto Whole Wheat Pasta

A wholesome pasta dish featuring whole wheat noodles tossed in herbed pesto and seasonal vegetables.

Ingredients
  • 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1/4 cup herbed pesto
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
  1. Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions and add broccoli during the last 2 minutes.
  2. Drain and return to the pot, then stir in cherry tomatoes and herbed pesto.
  3. Season with salt and pepper and serve with Parmesan cheese if desired.