Homemade Pesto Sauce

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    180 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Homemade Pesto Sauce

This homemade pesto sauce is made with basil, olive oil, and parmesan. It's wonderful on pasta, and just as good as a topping for grilled meats, baked fish, and roasted vegetables.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves packed, washed and dried, large stems removed; 35 grams
  • 1 teaspoon fresh garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts
  • ½ teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon of any other salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • ¼ cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • ¼ cup parmesan grated
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Instructions

  1. Place the basil, garlic, and pine nuts in your food processor. Process for a few seconds until coarsely chopped.
  2. Add the salt, pepper, and oil. Process until smooth and fully combined, about 30 seconds, stopping to scrape the sides of the bowl with a spatula if necessary.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a small bowl and mix in the cheese. (See Notes below).
  4. Use immediately, or cover, refrigrate, and allow the flavors to meld for a few hours. Stir again before using.

Notes

  • After you're done mixing the sauce, check its consistency. If the sauce seems too dry, add a tablespoon of olive oil. If it's too liquid, add a tablespoon of parmesan.
  • The sauce is ready to serve immediately after mixing it, but the flavors develop more after it's had some time to rest.
  • You can keep the leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. You can also freeze them for 3 months. It's best to freeze this sauce in individual portions, using ice cube trays or small containers.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 2tablespoons Calories 180kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 1.5g (1%) Protein 3.5g (7%) Fat 18g (28%) Sodium 257mg (11%) Fiber 0.6g (2%) Sugar 0.2g (0%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 180 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 2tablespoons
Calories 180kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 1.5g 1%
Protein 3.5g 7%
Fat 18g 28%
Sodium 257mg 11%
Fiber 0.6g 2%
Sugar 0.2g 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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