Creamy Basil Pesto with Pine Nuts
Dive into the fresh, aromatic goodness of our Basil Pesto Sauce, a vibrant and nutrient-rich blend perfect for spreading on sandwiches, mixing with pasta, or adding to your favorite dishes. This gluten-free sauce combines the freshness of basil with the richness of pine nuts and olive oil, making it a supportive choice for enhancing fertility and vitality.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh squeezed
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp salt
- black pepper freshly ground
- 2 cup basil about 1 large package
- 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin, plus more for a smoother pesto
Instructions
- Heat a small pan over medium heat. Toast the pine nuts in a single layer, shaking frequently, for 3-5 minutes or until very lightly toasted.1/2 cup pine nuts
- While pine nuts are toasting, peel and roughly chop the garlic.2 garlic cloves
- Add pine nuts, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper to a food processor. Pulse until everything is well chopped.1/2 cup pine nuts, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, black pepper
- Add basil leaves. Pulse to combine.2 cup basil
- Once the basil is chopped finely, process on low. While the food processor is running, slowly add olive oil and process until combined. This will leave you with a thick pesto mixture.1/4 cup olive oil
Notes
Recipe Notes:
- If you prefer a smoother preference, drizzle in more olive oil, about 2 tsp at a time until the desired consistency is reached. Be sure to incorporate the oil fully before each new addition. If you add too much, the pesto will be too oily and will break.
- Basil pesto will last in an airtight container or jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Basil pesto can also be frozen in ice cube trays. Freeze until solid, remove from the tray and store cubes in a freezer bag for easy portioning. They will last for up to 2 to 3 months in the freezer. To use, simply add the frozen pesto directly to a hot skillet or hot pasta and use as desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 958kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 11gFat: 101gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 29gMonounsaturated Fat: 52gSodium: 1168mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2554IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 110mgIron: 6mg