Walnut Basil Pesto
Elevate your culinary creations with this rich and nutty Walnut Basil Pesto, a quick and versatile sauce bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Made with fresh basil leaves, earthy walnuts, and savory Parmesan cheese, this 10-minute recipe is a delightful twist on the classic pesto. A hint of zesty lemon juice and aromatic garlic bring brightness, while extra-virgin olive oil ties it all together for a smooth or chunky texture—customized to your preference. Perfect as a pasta sauce, sandwich spread, or veggie dip, this pesto brings a gourmet touch to any dish. Plus, it’s easy to prepare ahead and store, making it a must-have for busy weeknight meals. Say goodbye to store-bought pesto and hello to homemade flavor-packed perfection!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cups Walnuts
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 cups Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Add the fresh basil leaves, walnuts, grated Parmesan cheese, and garlic cloves to a food processor or blender.
Step 2
Pulse the mixture a few times to break down the ingredients.
Step 3
Add the fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Pulse a few more times to combine.
Step 4
While the food processor or blender is running on low speed, slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil. Blend until the pesto reaches your desired consistency. For a chunkier pesto, blend less; for a smoother pesto, blend longer.
Step 5
Taste the pesto and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt or pepper.
Step 6
Transfer the pesto to an airtight container and refrigerate if not using immediately. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for longer storage.
Step 7
Use the walnut basil pesto as a sauce for pasta, a spread for sandwiches, a dip for vegetables, or in any recipe that calls for pesto.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (275.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1628.3 |
| Total Fat 170.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 28.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 28.3g | |
| Cholesterol 40mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1865.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.9g | |
| Protein 26.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 563.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 439.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories