Creamy Pistachio Sauce

Elevate your meals with this luxurious Creamy Pistachio Sauce, a velvety blend of finely ground pistachios, rich heavy cream, and savory Parmesan cheese. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 20 minutes, features the earthy flavor of roasted pistachios paired beautifully with a hint of zesty lemon juice and aromatic garlic. Perfect as a sauce for pasta, a drizzle for grilled chicken, or a dip for roasted vegetables, this versatile recipe adds a gourmet flair to any dish. With optional fresh basil for an herbal finish, this sauce is as elegant as it is simple to make. Rich in flavor and delightfully creamy, it’s a must-try for pistachio lovers and anyone seeking a unique culinary experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 100 grams Unsalted pistachios (shelled)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 whole Garlic cloves
• 120 ml Heavy cream
• 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 10 pieces Fresh basil leaves (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by placing the shelled pistachios in a food processor. Pulse them a few times until they are coarsely ground.

Step 2

Peel the garlic cloves and add them to the food processor along with the olive oil. Continue processing until the mixture resembles a rough paste.

Step 3

Transfer the pistachio-garlic mixture into a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the heavy cream, allowing the mixture to warm up but not boil.

Step 4

Once the cream is heated, add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until it melts smoothly into the sauce.

Step 5

Season with salt and black pepper according to your taste. Mix in the lemon juice to add a hint of acidity that balances out the flavors.

Step 6

Allow the sauce to simmer gently for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 7

Remove from heat and toss in chopped fresh basil leaves, if using, for an aromatic touch.

Step 8

Serve the pistachio sauce immediately over pasta, as a topping for grilled chicken, or alongside roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(324.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1434.6

Total Fat 129.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 170mg	0%
Sodium 2071.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 7.5g
Protein 42.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 674.8mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 1096.3mg	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: 79.7%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 8.8%