Description
This Pistachio Pesto features a vibrant blend of fresh basil, crunchy pistachios, and savory parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick dinner, it adds irresistible flavor to pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip, making homemade meals exciting and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups basil, packed
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ cup pistachios
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ cup olive oil
Instructions
- Combine basil, garlic, pistachios, parmesan, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a food processor and pulse until mixed.
- While the processor runs, gradually add olive oil through the top until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Transfer the pesto to a bowl or glass jar for serving.
Notes
This pesto can be stored in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For longer storage, keep in the freezer for up to 5 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg