Pesto Dip
Elevate your snack game with this creamy and flavorful pesto dip, a stunning twist on the classic basil pesto! Bursting with the freshness of fragrant basil, nutty Parmesan, and rich pine nuts, this dip is made irresistibly smooth by the addition of tangy Greek yogurt and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and a hint of salt and pepper, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, no cooking required. Ideal for dipping fresh veggies, spreading on toasted bread, or serving as a party appetizer, this pesto dip is as versatile as it is delicious. Plus, it’s a crowd-pleaser that you can prepare ahead for up to three days. Impress your guests and make this pesto dip for a creamy, herbaceous snack they’ll rave about!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cups Pine nuts
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cups Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.75 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Place the fresh basil leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic cloves in a food processor or blender.
Pulse the ingredients a few times until they are roughly chopped.
While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil and blend until the mixture becomes a smooth pesto.
Add the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the food processor and blend until the dip is creamy and well-combined.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
Transfer the pesto dip to a serving bowl and garnish with a few whole pine nuts or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Serve immediately with fresh vegetables, toasted bread, crackers, or use as a sandwich spread. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1508 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.9 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.9 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 58 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 1925 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 40.7 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 721 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 635 mg | 14% | |
*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.
