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Pesto Salad Dressing
5 from 12 votes

Pesto Salad Dressing

Pesto Salad Dressing blends fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and seasonings with olive oil, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice for a vibrant, herbaceous dressing. This sauce offers a flavorful balance of acidity and savory notes, ideal for adding bright, fresh flavor to salads or vegetables.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 136 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¾ cup basil tightly packed; stems removed, fresh leaves
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon salt fine sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

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  1. In a high-speed blender, combine the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, basil, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Secure the lid and blend until very smooth, about 60 seconds.
  2. Stop and scrape down the blender, as needed, and once the dressing looks evenly blended, give it a taste and make any adjustments you like. Serve the dressing right away, or store it in an airtight mason jar in the fridge for up to 5 days. It will thicken when chilled, so be sure to let it come to room temperature again before serving the leftovers.

Notes

  • Nutrition information is estimated per about 2 tablespoons of dressing.
  • Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Allow chilled dressing to warm slightly and stir before use as it thickens when cold.
  • See related FAQ sections for ideas on ingredient substitutions and additional storage tips.

Nutrition Information

Calories 136kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 10g (50%) Cholesterol 3mg (1%) Sodium 346mg (14%) Potassium 22mg (0%) Fiber 0.1g (0%) Sugar 0.1g (0%) Vitamin A 146IU (3%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 35mg (4%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 136

% Daily Value*

Calories 136kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 346mg 14%
Potassium 22mg 0%
Fiber 0.1g 0%
Sugar 0.1g 0%
Vitamin A 146IU 3%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 35mg 4%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

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