Pistachio Pesto
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4.3
Pistachio Pesto
Description
The Pistachio Pesto recipe features fresh basil and roasted pistachios as its core ingredients, combined with Parmesan cheese and garlic. Red pepper flakes add a subtle heat while lemon zest and juice introduce citrus brightness. The blending process starts by rough chopping the solid ingredients, then olive oil is gradually added until a smooth paste forms.
The pesto has a balanced flavor profile where the nuttiness of pistachios complements the herbal notes of basil and the sharpness of Parmesan and garlic. The red pepper flakes provide a gentle kick without overwhelming the other flavors. It’s a versatile sauce that can enhance a variety of dishes through its creamy texture and fresh taste.
This sauce works well as a pasta topper, a spread on toasted bread, or a flavorful addition to grilled proteins or vegetables. Its consistency and seasoning can be adjusted with more olive oil, lemon juice, salt, or pepper based on preference.
Ingredients
- 4 cups basil fresh leaves
- ½ cup pistachio roasted, shelled
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated or shredded
- 3 cloves garlic
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 lemon
- ½ cup olive oil more if needed
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the basil leaves, to the bowl of a food processor or blender.
- Zest about ½ teaspoon of lemon zest and add the pistachios, parmesan cheese, 3 cloves garlic, ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes in a blender or food processor.
- Blend or pulse until you have a rough chop.
- While the machine is running, gradually drizzle in olive oil, and continue to blend until a smooth paste is formed. Add about 1-2 teaspoons of fresh squeezed lemon juice and blend again.
- Taste for seasonings and adjust as needed wtih salt and pepper or extra lemon juice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 152 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 152kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 197mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 580IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.3
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