Description
A simple and flavorful basil walnut pesto perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add basil, walnuts, Parmesan, and garlic to a food processor.
- Pulse until finely chopped.
- Slowly add olive oil while blending until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Store in an airtight container or use immediately.
Notes
- Toast walnuts for extra flavor.
- Use within 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Adjust olive oil for thinner or thicker consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: basil walnut pesto, homemade pesto, easy pesto recipe