Description
This pistachio pesto showcases an irresistible flavor with simple prep. Made with fresh basil, garlic, and parmesan, it’s perfect for quick meals or snacks!
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
- Place all ingredients except the olive oil into a food processor and pulse until combined.
- While the motor runs, slowly pour in the olive oil through the top, continuing to blend until smooth.
- Transfer the pesto to a bowl or glass jar for serving.
- To store, keep in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 5 months.
Notes
Fresh basil yields the best flavor in this recipe.
For a nut-free version, you can omit pistachios.
Pesto can be tailored with additional herbs or spices for varied flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg