Basil Pesto Sauce (Homemade)
This basil pesto sauce is fresh, vibrant, and ready in just minutes. Made with basil, garlic, olive oil, Parmesan, and pine nuts, it’s a simple homemade sauce that adds bright flavor to pasta, chicken, vegetables, and more.
Servings: 16 people
Calories: 82kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts toasted
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ cup parmesan cheese grated
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor.
- Blend and store in an airtight container.
Notes
There are endless variations on pesto! Choose your herbs, nuts, and cheese. Throw it into a blender and create your own.
Store - Store this homemade basil pesto recipe in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 4 days. Cover the top of the pesto with a thin layer of olive oil so the pesto stays green and fresh. The olive oil will seal the top. You can also freeze the pesto in small cubes for up to 6 months. You will have the pesto to use all winter long!
Nutrition
Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 82kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 183IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 0.2mg
