Nut-Free Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
Elevate your sauces and spreads with this vibrant Nut-Free Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto, a delicious twist on traditional pesto that’s perfect for those avoiding nuts. Packed with the bold flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and zesty lemon juice, this easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes—no cooking required! The richness of Parmesan cheese and olive oil meld beautifully with garlic and a hint of black pepper, resulting in a creamy, versatile condiment. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip, this nut-free pesto delivers all the robust Italian-inspired flavor without compromise. Make it ahead and enjoy up to a week of bold, fresh flavor straight from your refrigerator.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
Drain the sun-dried tomatoes, reserving a bit of the oil they were packed in (around 1-2 tablespoons).
In a food processor or blender, combine the drained sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, fresh basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, and lemon juice.
Blend until the mixture becomes a smooth paste. Stop and scrape down the sides of the processor as needed to ensure everything blends evenly.
Add sea salt and ground black pepper to taste. Blend briefly to combine.
If the pesto is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water (or more of the reserved oil from the tomatoes) and blend until the desired consistency is achieved.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
Transfer the pesto to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator until ready to use. It will keep for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2161 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.8 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.3 g | 232% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 4975 mg | 216% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.2 g | ||
| Protein | 62.6 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1512 mg | 116% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 7131 mg | 152% | |
*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.
