Purple Basil Pesto
Purple Basil Pesto is a vibrant and flavorful twist on the classic pesto that transforms any dish with its aromatic blend of fresh purple basil, garlic, and nuts. This easy-to-make sauce adds a burst of color and rich taste to your meals, perfect for tossing with pasta, spreading on sandwiches, or serving as a dip. Impress your family and friends with this delightful homemade condiment that captures the essence of summer in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh purple basil leaves
- 1/2 cup pine nuts (toasted)
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients at room temperature.
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- In a food processor, combine purple basil leaves, toasted pine nuts, garlic cloves, and grated Parmesan cheese. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
- While blending, slowly drizzle in olive oil until desired consistency is reached. Stop to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Add lemon juice and salt to taste; blend briefly to mix.
- Transfer pesto to a serving bowl or jar. Optionally drizzle some olive oil on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg