Best Basil Pesto
by Javaneh HemmatMy basil pesto recipe is intoxicating with fresh basil leaves, lemony tang, and rich texture. I'm adding this recipe as a topping to our Classic Hummus and there's plenty more to add to pasta salads.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
0 minutes
Author:
Javaneh Hemmat
Ingredients
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2 Cups Basil
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1 Clove of Garlic
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1/2 of Lemon
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2 Tablespoons Walnuts or Pine nuts
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1/4 grated Parmesan
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a Sprinkle of Sea Salt
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1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil, reserve some for garnish
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1 Classic Hummus
Directions
In a food processor, add the basil, garlic, lemon, walnuts, parmesan and sea salt and pulse a few times.
Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil until smooth.
On a plate, spoon the hummus leaving a hole in the middle, add the pesto and drizzle extra virgin olive oil. Have leftover pesto? add pastas, use as veggie dip and spoon some in a hot soup for a deep flavor!