Homemade Basil Pesto
Homemade Basil Pesto is rich in flavor, vibrant, and super thick. This makes a great spread on sandwiches or toasts but there are many ways to enjoy it.
Ingredients
- 3 cups 75g basil leaves, packed
- 1/3 cup 50g toasted pine nuts
- 1/2 cup 70g toasted cashews
- 1/2 cup 35g grated Parmesan
- 4 Tbsp. 25g extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the basil leaves.
- Place the basil leaves, nuts, Parmesan, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic cloves, salt, and pepper into a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is smooth.
- Taste the pesto and season with more salt, pepper, and lemon juice if desired.
- Store and enjoy!
Notes
How Many Calories in Basil Pesto
| Calories (per 1 serve, 25g): 94 cal | Calories (per 100g ): 375 cal |
|---|---|
| Fat: 7.9 g | Fat: 31.8 g |
| Carbohydrates: 3.2 g | Carbohydrates: 12.7 g |
| Protein: 2.8 g | Protein: 11.4 g |