Description
A quick and vibrant basil pesto sauce made with fresh basil, garlic, olive oil, nuts, and parmesan. A versatile condiment perfect for pasta, proteins, sandwiches, and more.
Ingredients
2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup pine nuts (or walnuts, almonds, or sunflower seeds)
2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Toast pine nuts in a dry skillet for 2–3 minutes over medium heat.
In a food processor, combine basil, garlic, nuts, and cheese. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
With the machine running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth and creamy.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Substitute pine nuts with other seeds or nuts based on dietary needs.
For a vegan version, skip cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
Freeze in ice cube trays for later use.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauces & Condiments
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: basil pesto, homemade pesto, easy pesto recipe