May ’26 Meal Prep Recipe: Protein Pesto

• Ingredients:
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon water (adjust as needed for consistency)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• Directions:
  • Blend Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the basil leaves, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, garlic, and nutritional yeast.
  • Adjust Consistency: Slowly add the water as needed to achieve your desired consistency. Blend until smooth.
  • Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Blend again to combine.

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For every 100g:
Protein: 9.2g
Carbohydrates: 5.2g
Fats: 3.2g
Calories: 84

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