Make this easy basil pesto in just 5 minutes! Spoon it over chicken, pasta, salads, or use it as a salad dressing.
Ingredients
1 cup
Basil, fresh
(packed)
3 tbsp
Pine nuts, dried
(toasted)
1/4 cup
Parmesan cheese, vegan
1 clove(s)
Garlic
3 tbsp
Lemon juice
(fresh)
1/4 cup
Extra virgin olive oil
(+ 2 tbsp)
1 pinch
Salt and pepper
(Kosher; to taste)
Instructions
Combine basil leaves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and lemon juice in a bowl of a food processor. Pulse until finely minced. Scrape down the sides with a spoon or small rubber spatula.
While the food processor is running, slowly add the olive oil in a steady small stream. Scrape down the sides as needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Use immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 week. See notes for freezer instructions.
