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Basil Pesto

Basil Pesto

One of my favorite staples to keep on hand in my refrigerator is this simple-to-make Basil Pesto Recipe. This vibrant green sauce is packed with fresh flavors and can make any dish, like pasta, roasted veggies and even chicken, taste amazing. You can whip up this classic pesto in minutes, making it perfect for busy days. It’s so easy to make you’ll never need store-bought pesto again. When I have tons of fresh basil growing in my garden, pesto is the first recipe I make. It’s so easy and the combo of aromatic basil and rich Parmesan is a flavor explosion in every bite!

Author: Weelicious

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: Italian

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time:

Total Time: 10 minutes

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 128 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 2 cups - fresh basil leaves
  • ¼ cup - parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup - pine nuts
  • 1 clove - garlic
  • ½ tsp - kosher salt
  • ⅓ cup - olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons - lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Place all ingredients in a food processor or blender.
  2. Puree until smooth. Adjust seasonings as needed.

Nutrition

Energy: 128 kcal | Total Fat: 13 g | Saturated: 2 g | Trans: 0 g | Unsaturated: 0 g | Cholesterol: 3 mg | Total Carbs: 2 g | Fiber: 0 g | Sugars: 0 g | Proteins: 2 g | Sodium: 187 mg | Polyunsaturated: 3 g | Monounsaturated: 8 g

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