Parsley Pesto with Sun Dried Tomatoes
Brighten up your meals with this vibrant Parsley Pesto with Sun-Dried Tomatoes—a fresh and flavorful twist on classic pesto! Packed with the earthy goodness of flat-leaf parsley, rich sun-dried tomatoes, and the nutty crunch of toasted pine nuts, this sauce is a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and herbaceous flavors. Enhanced by the zesty kick of fresh lemon juice, garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, it comes together in just 15 minutes using a food processor. Ideal for tossing with pasta, spreading on crusty bread, or drizzling over roasted vegetables, this versatile pesto recipe is easy to make and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired charm. Plus, it stores beautifully, making it a go-to condiment for meal prep!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh parsley (flat-leaf)
- 0.5 cups Sun-dried tomatoes (in oil, drained)
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 0.25 cups Pine nuts (toasted)
- 0.5 cups Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
Directions
Step 1
Gather all ingredients and ensure the parsley is rinsed and patted dry.
Step 2
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pine nuts for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
Step 3
Place the parsley, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, and toasted pine nuts in a food processor.
Step 4
Pulse the ingredients together a few times until coarsely chopped.
Step 5
While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil through the feed tube. Continue processing until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 6
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Pulse a few more times to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 7
Transfer the pesto to a jar or airtight container. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (537.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2065.4 |
| Total Fat 182.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g | |
| Cholesterol 95.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4176.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 45.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.3g | |
| Protein 62.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1555.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2800.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories