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Basil Pesto
Fresh basil pesto with pine nuts, Parmesan, and olive oil. Toss with pasta, spread on sandwiches, or dollop on soup and grilled chicken.
Prep 10 min
Cook 0 min
Total 10 min
Serves 8
Side·Italian·Easy
Ingredients
Step 1 — Make the pesto
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves (packed)
- ⅓ cup pine nuts (toasted)
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ cup Parmesan (grated)
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Blend
Pulse basil, pine nuts, and garlic in a food processor. Add Parmesan. With motor running, stream in olive oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Serve
Use immediately or store with a thin layer of olive oil on top. Toss with pasta, spread on crostini, or stir into soups and risotto.
Nutrition per serving: 180 cal · 4g protein · 2g carbs · 18g fat · 1g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
