Green Olive Pesto Recipe

Elevate your dishes with this vibrant Green Olive Pesto! Ready in just 5 minutes, this incredibly versatile recipe transforms pasta, fish, chicken, and more. Bursting with fresh, zesty flavor, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and a new favorite in your kitchen. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or an elegant appetizer.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 502.1 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Green Olive Pesto

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How to Make Green Olive Pesto

  1. Combine 1 cup packed green olives (pitted), 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, 2 cloves garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a food processor or blender.
  2. Process until finely chopped.
  3. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil until a smooth, thick paste forms.
  4. Let the pesto rest for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

34g

Carbs

2g