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How to Make Pesto

Learn how to make Basil Pesto Sauce in this easy tutorial. I share tips for how to customize your homemade pesto with different herbs!

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 221 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves destemmed and packed
  • ⅓ cup raw pine nuts
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. Combine basil leaves, pine nuts and garlic in a food processor and process until very finely minced. Add the lemon juice and parmesan cheese.
  2. With the machine running, slowly stream in the oil and process until the mixture is smooth.

Notes

  • Storage: Store the pesto in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. You can place a plastic wrap directly on the pesto to help slow down oxidation.
  • Photo Credit: Erin Jensen

Nutrition Information

Calories 221kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 123mg (5%) Potassium 68mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 436IU (9%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 34mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 221

% Daily Value*

Calories 221kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 123mg 5%
Potassium 68mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 436IU 9%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

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