Delicious Homemade Pesto Recipe
Elevate your dinner experience with this vibrant homemade pesto that’s bursting with fresh basil, garlic, and nuts. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a flavorful topping for grilled meats, this easy-to-make recipe will impress your family and friends alike. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a delightful sauce that transforms any meal into an unforgettable feast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/3 cup pine nuts (toasted)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the basil leaves thoroughly.
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
- In a food processor, combine basil, toasted pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan cheese; pulse until coarsely chopped.
- With the processor running on low speed, slowly drizzle in olive oil until emulsified. Add lemon juice and blend until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to an airtight container, drizzling a bit of olive oil on top to preserve freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg