Protein Pesto Dip

Ingredients 

• 1 cup peas

• ¾ cup low-fat cottage cheese

• ½ cup packed basil

• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan

• 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts

• 1 tsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• Zest of ½ lemon

• Salt

• Black pepper

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Directions

1.   Add everything to a food processor or tall container and blend with an immersion blender until smooth. Add 1–2 tbsp cold water if needed to thin.

2. Transfer to a bowl and top with olive oil, pine nuts, basil, and salt and pepper

3. Serve chilled with crudité or pita chips

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