Creamy Pesto Dressing

Elevate your salads and side dishes with this vibrant and versatile Creamy Pesto Dressing! Made with fresh, aromatic basil leaves, tangy Greek yogurt, and a touch of honey for balance, this dressing blends to perfection in just 10 minutes. The richness of grated Parmesan cheese and extra-virgin olive oil adds indulgent depth, while a splash of lemon juice brightens every bite. This effortless recipe is not only creamy and flavorful but also adaptable—use it as a salad topper, a dip for veggies, or a drizzle for grain bowls and roasted vegetables. With its fresh ingredients and irresistible texture, this homemade pesto dressing is sure to become your go-to for healthier, flavor-packed meals. Store it in the fridge to enjoy all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup (packed) Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a blender or food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, plain Greek yogurt, extra-virgin olive oil, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and garlic clove.

Step 2

Add the honey, salt, and black pepper to the blender for balanced flavor.

Step 3

Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as necessary to ensure everything is well mixed.

Step 4

If the dressing is too thick, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

Step 6

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Step 7

Serve chilled or at room temperature over salads, as a dip, or as a sauce for grain bowls and roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(290.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	734.2

Total Fat 68.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 32.2mg	0%
Sodium 974.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 21.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 396.6mg	0%
Iron 1.0mg	0%
Potassium 290.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 81.1%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 7.7%