Creamy Pistachio Sauce
Indulge in the velvety richness of this Creamy Pistachio Sauce, a luxurious combination of shelled pistachios, garlic, and Parmesan cheese blended into a lusciously smooth base of heavy cream. Enhanced with a splash of tangy lemon juice and the subtle aroma of fresh basil (optional), this sauce strikes the perfect balance of nutty, creamy, and zesty flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ideal choice for a quick and elegant meal. Toss it with pasta, drizzle over grilled chicken, or serve alongside roasted vegetables to elevate your dining experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy pistachio sauce recipe will quickly become your new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams Unsalted pistachios (shelled)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 120 ml Heavy cream
- 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 10 pieces Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
Begin by placing the shelled pistachios in a food processor. Pulse them a few times until they are coarsely ground.
Peel the garlic cloves and add them to the food processor along with the olive oil. Continue processing until the mixture resembles a rough paste.
Transfer the pistachio-garlic mixture into a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the heavy cream, allowing the mixture to warm up but not boil.
Once the cream is heated, add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until it melts smoothly into the sauce.
Season with salt and black pepper according to your taste. Mix in the lemon juice to add a hint of acidity that balances out the flavors.
Allow the sauce to simmer gently for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Remove from heat and toss in chopped fresh basil leaves, if using, for an aromatic touch.
Serve the pistachio sauce immediately over pasta, as a topping for grilled chicken, or alongside roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.5 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.7 g | 218% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 2072 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 42.0 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 675 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1096 mg | 23% | |
*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.
