Lemon Basil Pesto

Course: Sauce

Cuisine: Italian

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 5

Total Time: 15

Servings:

Calories: 117kcal

Author: Edyta

If you have an abundance of basil growing up now in your garden and wonder what to do with it, make this AMAZING Lemon Basil Pesto and serve it with your favorite pasta, chicken or fish. If you have leftovers, freeze it and have it at your fingertips at any time you need it!

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Ingredients

2-3 cups Basil Leaves packed;
1 clove Garlic peeled;
1/3 cup Pine Nuts roasted;
1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese grated;
1/2 cup Olive Oil Extra Virgin
1/2 Lemon juiced and zested;
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly grounded

Instructions

In a blender or food processor add basil leaves, garlic, pine nuts, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper and pulse until nicely chopped;
While the motor is running gradually add olive oil until the pesto is thick;
At the end add Parmesan Cheese and pulse until just incorporated (don't over-mix it at this point). Enjoy with your favorite pasta, chicken or fish.

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