Description
A vibrant and flavorful basil pesto that enhances pasta, sandwiches, and more with aromatic herbs and rich ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
- 3 cloves garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place basil leaves, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor.
- Pulse a few times until just chopped.
- Add Parmesan cheese and blend until combined.
- While the food processor is running, slowly stream in the olive oil until fully integrated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting for your preference.
- Enjoy your fresh basil pesto with pasta, on sandwiches, or as a delightful dip.
Notes
For best flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan and cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil. Can substitute pine nuts with walnuts or almonds if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg