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pistachio pesto

Pistachio Pesto

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Make the best pistachio pesto in minutes! Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or drizzling on your favorite dishes.
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Prep Time:15 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes
Nunioli

Equipment

  • 1 food processor (for pesto)

Ingredients

  • 100 grams of basil leaves (about 3-4 larger bunches)
  • ⅓ cup raw pistachios (make sure they're not salted)
  • ⅓ cup parmesan cheese, grated (about 30 grams)
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 100 ml olive oil (about ¼ cup + 3 tbsp)
  • A pinch of sea salt (to taste)

Instructions

  • Place all the ingredients, but just 60 ml (¼ cup) of the olive oil, into a blender or food processor and blend.
  • Using a spatula, scrape the sides of the blender or food processor to ensure everything blends together smoothly.
  • Add the additional 40 ml (about 3 tbsp) of olive oil, as needed, until the pesto is smooth.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  • Transfer to an airtight container, cover with more olive oil to prevent oxidizing, and enjoy. See recipe tips for more info on storing in the fridge and freezer.