Basil Pesto Recipe - Ready in 5 Minutes!
Discover how to make a vibrant and flavorful basil pesto recipe that’s perfect for pasta, chicken, or adding a fresh twist to your favorite dishes.
Servings 10 servings
Calories 179kcal
Cost $7
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup pine nuts
- 2-3 small garlic cloves, roughly chopped
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- ½-1 tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp lemon juice (Optional) *Note 1
- ⅔ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Put the pine nuts and garlic into a food processor and blend for 15 seconds.
- Add the basil leaves, salt and lemon juice (if using) and blend until a paste forms, about 1 minute.
- Keep the processor running and slowly pour in the olive oil through the feed tube. Blend until fully combined.
- Add the cheese and blend for a final minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Notes
Note 1 - Basil turns dark quickly, so the lemon juice keep the pesto green longer. It’s not traditional so skip it if you prefer.
Nutrition
Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 197mg | Potassium: 48mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 294IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1mg
