Description
Basil is a versatile herb with numerous health benefits and culinary uses.
Ingredients
- Fresh basil leaves – 1 cup
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Garlic – 2 cloves
- Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
- Salt – 1/2 tsp
- Black pepper – 1/4 tsp
Instructions
- Wash and dry the basil leaves.
- Chop the garlic finely.
- Combine basil, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Mix well and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Use as a topping or sauce.
Notes
- Store leftover basil mixture in an airtight container.
- Use within 3 days for best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Herb
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: basil, health benefits, herb, culinary uses