Description
This Pistachio Pesto offers a mouthwatering blend of fresh basil, garlic, and crunchy pistachios, creating an easy and delicious sauce that’s perfect for pasta or spreading on your favorite bread. Simple to prepare and packed with flavor, this pesto is a wonderful addition to any meal.
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
- Combine all ingredients except the olive oil in a food processor and pulse until mixed.
- While the motor is running, slowly pour in the olive oil and blend until smooth.
- Transfer the pesto to a bowl or glass jar and serve immediately.
- For storage, keep pesto in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 5 months.
Notes
Make sure to use fresh basil for the best flavor.
Feel free to adjust garlic and red pepper flakes to taste according to your preference.
This pesto can be used as a sauce, spread, or dip.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 126
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 148mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 4mg
