Fresh Basil Pesto
A vibrant and flavorful basil pesto recipe perfect for pasta, sandwiches, and dips. This homemade pesto is quick to make in a food processor and uses simple, fresh ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 1.5 cups 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Food Processor
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts, and garlic in a food processor.
- Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped.
- With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil until the pesto is smooth and well combined.
- Season with salt and black pepper to your taste.
- Toss with your favorite pasta or use as a spread.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, substitute sunflower seeds or omit nuts.
- This pesto can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or frozen for longer storage.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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