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Basil Pesto


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  • Author: chefjar
  • Total Time: 8 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup 1x

Description

This basil pesto is quick and versatile. Try this pesto in a variety of recipes like salads, mayo, pasta and more!


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4-1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Instructions

  • Add the pine nuts, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper to your food processor. Pulse until chopped.
  • Add the basil and pulse until combined.
  • With the blade still running, drizzle in the olive oil and pulse until combined.
  • Add the Parmesan cheese, if using any and pulse just to combine.
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 3 min

Nutrition

  • Calories: 270g
  • Fat: 27g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Protein: 4g