Basil Pesto Recipe

Pesto Sauce is so easy to make and homemade pesto tastes way better than storebought. This Basil Pesto recipe is fantastic with pasta, chicken, or sandwiches.

⏱️ 10 min 🔪 Prep: 10 min 📊 Easy ⭐ 4.9 (214) 👁️ 6 views
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Basil Pesto RecipeFoto: Natasha's Kitchen

Ingredients

8 servings
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves (tightly packed*)
  • 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts (*)
  • 2 g arlic cloves ((large))
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice ((juice of 2 small lemons))
  • 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Steps

  1. Wash and dry the basil leaves - you can use a salad spinner to make this step easier.

  2. Place basil into a food processor. Add parmesan cheese, nuts, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Process until smooth.

  3. Season with more salt to taste if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Macronutrients

Calories205
Protein3g
Carbs2g
Fat21g
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Source: Natasha's Kitchen

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