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This pesto recipe uses fresh ingredients like basil, pine nuts, parmesan cheese & garlic. Serve over pasta or use as a marinade for chicken.
One of my favorite staples to keep on hand in my refrigerator is this simple-to-make Basil Pesto Recipe. This vibrant green sauce is packed with fresh flavors and can make any dish, like pasta, roasted veggies and even chicken, taste amazing. Why I LoveThis Recipe The Ingredients *For a full list of ingredients and measurements, see…
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One of my favorite staples to keep on hand in my refrigerator is this simple-to-make Basil Pesto Recipe. This vibrant green sauce is packed with fresh flavors and can make any dish, like pasta, roasted veggies and even chicken, taste amazing.
*For a full list of ingredients and measurements, see the recipe card below.
One of the best parts of making your own pesto is that you can make it the way you like it or substitute ingredients with what you have on hand. Here are some pesto variations to try:
Step 1: Place all ingredients in a food processor or blender.
Step 2: Puree until smooth. Adjust seasonings as needed.
Pesto is so versatile, and there are countless ways to enjoy it. Here are some of my favorites:
Homemade basil pesto can last up to a week when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For longer storage, you can freeze the pesto in ice cube trays or small containers for up to six months. Just thaw and use as needed!
If you’re looking for a substitute for pine nuts in pesto, walnuts, almonds, or sunflower seeds are excellent options. For a nut-free pesto, try hemp seeds or pumpkin seed pesto.
This basil pesto recipe is a simple, delicious, and versatile classic that will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. We keep pesto in our refrigerator ready to go for when we need a quick and flavorful meal on the table stat. If you make this recipe, let me know what you think by leaving a comment and rating below!
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Have you tried caponata? If not, let us introduce you! It’s a delicious Sicilian eggplant dish with sweet and savory flavor, and we ADORE it! While commonly served as an appetizer or side, it’s worthy of being a main when a little protein and fiber are…
Have you tried caponata? If not, let us introduce you! It’s a delicious Sicilian eggplant dish with sweet and savory flavor, and we ADORE it! While commonly served as an appetizer or side, it’s worthy of being a main when a little protein and fiber are added in. Introducing: white bean eggplant caponata!
Made in 1 pan with just 10 ingredients, this is an effortless, plant-based entrée that pairs well with pasta, polenta, bread, or even mashed potatoes.
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If you love hummus and the rich flavor of tomatoes, you’ll ADORE this simple sun-dried tomato hummus. It’s SO versatile, creamy, easy to make, and adds instant flavor to just about everything. Enjoy it on pita, veggies, crackers, sandwiches, and more.
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If you love hummus and the rich flavor of tomatoes, you’ll ADORE this simple sun-dried tomato hummus. It’s SO versatile, creamy, easy to make, and adds instant flavor to just about everything. Enjoy it on pita, veggies, crackers, sandwiches, and more.
It’s perfect for parties, picnics, meal prep, road trips, and everything in between! Just 15 minutes and a food processor or blender required. Let’s make hummus!
This recipe is adapted from the Simple Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus in our cookbook!
This sun dried tomato pesto is a tasty dip or spread! Made with just 6 ingredients, it’s an easy recipe…
This sun dried tomato pesto is a tasty dip or spread! Made with just 6 ingredients, it’s an easy recipe that’s bursting with flavor.
Need a dip idea that doubles as a sandwich spread? This sun dried tomato pesto is bursting with so much zippy flavor, you’ll want to put it on everything! Dip it with with toasted or grilled bread or crackers, and it’s a burst of savory, sweet, tangy, and herby all at once. All you need are a handful of ingredients to whip up a batch. Store it in the fridge and it’s one of those essential recipes that keep on giving: use it as a sandwich spread, pasta sauce, and more!
Sun dried tomato pesto is always a major hit in our household when we make a batch, so we’re extra excited to share it with you. We could not stop dragging our bread slices through the lovely red puree. The flavor is a pop of bright acidity, contrasted with the rich savory undertones of the sun dried tomatoes. Make it for friends and they won’t be able to tear themselves away from the bowl! Here’s what you’ll need for this recipe:
Pine nuts are the star in traditional Italian basil pesto: they have a unique sweet undertone that is essential to the overall flavor. If you can find them, they’re fantastic in sun dried tomato pesto, too. The way the nut blends with the chewy tomatoes is heavenly.
However, pine nuts can be very expensive here in the US. Want a pine nut substitute? Try cashews, which have a slightly sweet flavor as well. Walnuts also work, though they have more of a bitter aftertaste.
This sun dried tomato pesto recipe is simply a matter of blending a few ingredients together. It’s quick and simple and takes only a few minutes to whiz together. Here are a few notes:
This sun dried tomato pesto recipe lasts up to 2 weeks stored in the refrigerator. While you can freeze it for up to 3 months, the texture, consistency and flavor are all better prior to freezing. So if you can, eat it while it’s fresh!
Speaking of…what are the best ways to eat sun dried tomato pesto? We like it best as a dip with grilled bread. However, it’s also tasty as a sandwich spread or even as a pasta sauce! Here are a few ideas:
There are many more ways to make pesto: the traditional basil and other creative spins! Here are some of our favorite pesto recipes:
Vegetarian and gluten-free.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes 
Yield: About 1 ½ cups This sun dried tomato pesto is a tasty dip or spread! Made with just 6 ingredients, it’s an easy recipe that’s bursting with flavor.
*You can substitute cashews for a similar flavor, though we like it best with pine nuts.
**Alternatively, you can also use a mortar and pestle.
Category: Dip
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: Italian inspiredKeywords: Sun dried tomato pesto
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