Pistachio Pesto
Elevate your pesto game with this vibrant and nutty Pistachio Pesto recipe, a dazzling twist on the classic Italian favorite. Made with rich, buttery pistachios, fragrant fresh basil, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic, this creamy pesto bursts with bold flavors and silky texture. Grated Parmesan cheese adds a savory depth, while extra-virgin olive oil ties it all together for a luxurious finish. Quick and easy to prepare in just 10 minutes, this versatile sauce is perfect for tossing with pasta, spreading on sandwiches, or drizzling over roasted veggies. With its fresh and earthy profile, Pistachio Pesto is a gourmet condiment you’ll want to have on hand for every occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted pistachios (shelled)
- 1.5 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Add the unsalted pistachios, fresh basil leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, and garlic cloves to a food processor or high-powered blender.
2. Pulse the mixture a few times to break down the ingredients into coarse crumbs.
3. Add the fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.
4. While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the processor bowl as needed.
5. Taste the pesto and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if desired.
6. Use immediately as a sauce for pasta, a spread for bread, or as a topping for roasted vegetables. Alternatively, transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1872 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.3 g | 235% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.5 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1864 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 613 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1322 mg | 28% | |
*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.
