Ingredients for Basil And Dried Tomato Pesto
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves (packed)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained)
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup olive oil (or more, to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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How to Make Basil And Dried Tomato Pesto
- Combine fresh basil leaves, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic cloves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and salt in a food processor.
- Pulse until roughly chopped.
- With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in about 1 cup of olive oil until a smooth, creamy consistency is reached. Add more olive oil as needed.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Add more garlic, salt, or pepper to your preference.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
75 g
Sugar
84g
Fat
131g
Carbs
13g
