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Fresh Garden Basil Pesto

A bright, earthy pesto made with fresh basil leaves straight from the garden. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, roasted vegetables, or as a dip. This simple recipe packs big flavor and comes together in minutes.

Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
0 min
Total Time
10 min
Servings
6

Ingredients

  • •- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
  • •- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • •- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • •- 2 tbsp pine nuts (or pecans/walnuts)
  • •- 2 cloves garlic
  • •- 1/2 tsp salt
  • •- 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • •- Juice of 1/2 lemon

Instructions

  1. 1

    1. Wash and dry basil leaves thoroughly.

  2. 2

    2. Add basil, nuts, garlic, and Parmesan to a food processor.

  3. 3

    3. Pulse until roughly chopped.

  4. 4

    4. Add olive oil in a slow stream while blending.

  5. 5

    5. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

  6. 6

    6. Blend until smooth and creamy.

  7. 7

    7. Taste and adjust salt or lemon as needed.