Simple Fresh Basil Pesto
A simple pesto using fresh basil and featuring walnuts (Pine Nuts can be used, if preferred). Make a batch in mere minutes!
Servings 24 servings
Calories 38kcal
Cost $5
Equipment
- food processor
Ingredients
- 2 ½ to 3 cups fresh sweet basil leaves packed
- 2 cloves garlic peeled
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ cup walnuts
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper if desired
Instructions
- Toast walnuts by placing on a microwave safe plate. Microwave for 30 seconds. Stir and microwave again for another 30 seconds or until walnuts smell fragrant. Do not overcook. Allow walnuts to cool slightly..
- Place basil, 1 tablespoon olive oil, walnuts, and parmesan cheese in a food processor.
- Turn food processor on and drizzle with additional olive oil as the mixture processes until the desired consistency is reached.
Notes
Cook’s notes: For a more traditional pesto sauce, pine nuts can be substituted for walnuts.
Nutrition
Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 38kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 0.1mg