Basil Pistachio Pesto
Basil pistachio pesto is a vibrant, homemade condiment that combines fresh basil leaves with crunchy pistachios, rich olive oil, and garlic for a twist on the traditional pesto. The addition of pistachios introduces a nutty depth to the pesto, making it thicker and more textured than versions made with pine nuts. This versatile pesto can be spread on sandwiches, mixed into pasta, or used as a flavorful topping for meats and vegetables, offering a fresh and zesty kick to any dish.
Ingredients
- ½ cup pistachio
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup basil leaves
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Collect pistachios, olive oil, basil leaves, garlic, and a pinch each of salt and black pepper. Add all these ingredients to a food processor or Tupperware Chop 'N Prep Chef.
- Pulse or chop until you achieve a coarse paste. You might have to stop occasionally to scrape down the sides to make sure everything blends evenly.
Nutrition
Serving: 1portionCalories: 724.4kcalCarbohydrates: 18.3gProtein: 13.1gFat: 70gSaturated Fat: 9.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12.9gMonounsaturated Fat: 45.3gSodium: 41.2mgPotassium: 679.6mgFiber: 6.6gSugar: 4.8gVitamin A: 889IUVitamin C: 6.5mgCalcium: 92.1mgIron: 3.1mg