Easy Basil Pesto
This homemade pesto recipe comes together in just 5 minutes! Combine fresh basil, parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and pine nuts in a small food processor and process until smooth.
Servings: 5
Ingredients
- 1 cup packed basil leaves fresh (~20-22 fresh basil leaves)
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 medium clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a high-speed food processor.
- Process on high for about 1 to 2 minutes. Stop to scrape the sides as needed. Make sure not to over-process as some grittiness is great for the texture of pesto.
- If your pesto is too thick, add more olive oil by the teaspoon and pulse until mostly smooth.
Video
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Notes
- Makes about 1/3 cup pesto. Serving size is ~2 tablespoons.
- This recipe was updated on June 17th, 2021.
- Don't over-process your pesto or it may turn slimy.
- Storage: store fresh pesto in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- To freeze: transfer 1-2 tablespoons of pesto into a silicone ice cube tray. Freeze for at least 8 hours and then transfer into a gallon-size plastic bag and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g