Creamy Pesto Dressing
Elevate your salads and side dishes with this vibrant and versatile Creamy Pesto Dressing! Made with fresh, aromatic basil leaves, tangy Greek yogurt, and a touch of honey for balance, this dressing blends to perfection in just 10 minutes. The richness of grated Parmesan cheese and extra-virgin olive oil adds indulgent depth, while a splash of lemon juice brightens every bite. This effortless recipe is not only creamy and flavorful but also adaptable—use it as a salad topper, a dip for veggies, or a drizzle for grain bowls and roasted vegetables. With its fresh ingredients and irresistible texture, this homemade pesto dressing is sure to become your go-to for healthier, flavor-packed meals. Store it in the fridge to enjoy all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (packed) Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water (optional)
Instructions
In a blender or food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, plain Greek yogurt, extra-virgin olive oil, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and garlic clove.
Add the honey, salt, and black pepper to the blender for balanced flavor.
Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as necessary to ensure everything is well mixed.
If the dressing is too thick, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Serve chilled or at room temperature over salads, as a dip, or as a sauce for grain bowls and roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
734 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.1 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.7 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 974 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 291 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
