Tomato and Basil Pesto

By Hklbrries

Ingredients

• 1 medium vine-ripened tomato
• 1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves
• 2 tbsp chopped Italian parsley
• 1/2 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Salt
• Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Core the tomato and cut it in half. Grill over very hot coals for only a few minutes to take on some color and flavor. Remove from the grill and set aside to cool.

Place the basil, parsley, and garlic in a food processor. Process until smooth. Add the tomato, vinegar, and lemon juice and process. Season with the salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information:
Per (2 tablespoon) serving
11 calories
.1 g fat
0 mg cholesterol
6.1 mg sodium without added salt