Walnut and Pine Nut Pesto

Elevate your dishes with the rich, nutty flavors of this homemade Walnut and Pine Nut Pesto, a delightful twist on the classic recipe. Combining the earthy taste of toasted walnuts and buttery pine nuts with the vibrant freshness of basil leaves, this pesto is a symphony of textures and flavors. Enhanced with garlic, Parmesan cheese, a touch of lemon juice, and a smooth drizzle of olive oil, this creamy, herbaceous spread is incredibly versatile. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for tossing with pasta, spreading on sandwiches, or using as a dip. Simple, quick, and packed with flavor, this walnut and pine nut pesto is a must-have for your culinary repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cups Walnuts
• 0.5 cups Pine nuts
• 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
• 0.75 cups Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a dry skillet over medium-low heat. Add the walnuts and pine nuts, stirring frequently, for about 3–5 minutes or until they are lightly toasted and fragrant. Remove from heat and let them cool.

Step 2

In the bowl of a food processor, combine the toasted walnuts, pine nuts, basil leaves, and garlic cloves. Blend until the mixture is coarsely chopped.

Step 3

Add the Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Pulse a couple of times to incorporate.

Step 4

While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Continue blending until the pesto is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 5

Transfer the Walnut and Pine Nut Pesto to a jar or serving bowl. It can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(408.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2590.6

Total Fat 267.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.3g
Cholesterol 44.5mg	0%
Sodium 1509.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 4.4g
Protein 36.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 592.3mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 867.9mg	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: 90.7%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 3.8%