Description
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of this Pistachio Pesto! Made with fresh basil, buttery pistachios, and rich parmesan, it’s perfect for quick dinners or a tasty spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups basil, packed
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ cup pistachios
- â…“ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ cup olive oil
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients EXCEPT the olive oil to a food processor then pulse to combine.
- With the motor running, pour the olive oil in through the top and continue blending until everything is combined.
- Transfer to a bowl or glass jar and enjoy!
- Storage: Store pesto in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 5 months.
Notes
Use fresh basil for the best flavor.
Feel free to adjust garlic and red pepper flakes to your taste.
Add a squeeze of lemon for added brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg