Description
This Pistachio Pesto is a delightful blend of fresh basil, garlic, and crunchy pistachios. Its vibrant flavor makes it ideal for quick dinners or as a spread, and you can whip it up in minutes!
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
- Add all ingredients except for the olive oil into a food processor and pulse to combine.
- While the motor is running, gradually pour the olive oil through the top and blend until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl or glass jar and enjoy!
- Store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 5 months.
Notes
For a nuttier flavor, toast the pistachios lightly before using.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the heat level.
Pesto can be used as a pasta sauce, sandwich spread, or dip.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg