Easy Pesto Without a Food Processor
If you don't have a food processor or mortar and pestle, it's still possible to make a delicious homemade basil pesto that leaves little to be desired. Using this method, this pesto can be used in recipes like my pesto pasta or my pesto dip.
Ingredients
- 50 g (⅓ cup) pine nuts
- 50 g (2 cups) basil leaves torn from stems
- 30 g (⅓ cup) parmesan cheese finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic grated or very finely minced
- 60 ml (¼ cup) extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Add the pine nuts to a small baking tray and move to the oven. Toast for about 5 minutes, or until they are browning and very fragrant. Keep a watchful eye as they can burn very quickly.
- Using a sharp knife, very finely mince the basil. This may take a few minutes. Add the basil to a small mixing bowl.
- Very finely chop the toasted pine nuts with a sharp chef's knife until very few large pieces remain. Add to the bowl with the basil.
- To the bowl, add the parmesan cheese and garlic. Season with a small pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper.
- Drizzle in the olive oil and stir until well combined. Serve or use in a recipe calling for fresh basil pesto.
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Nutrition
Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 481IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 1mg
Disclaimer: Nutritional information is automatically generated and provided as guidance only. Accuracy is not guaranteed.
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