Lemon Basil Pesto

Quick and easy to make with fresh ingredients, this homemade lemon basil pesto sauce is perfect for all of your dipping, spreading and marinating needs!

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Course: Condiment, Dip, Sauce

Cuisine: Italian

Diet: Gluten Free

Prep Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Servings: servings

Calories: 143kcal

Author: Betty Davies

Ingredients

2 cups fresh basil leaves
4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan
zest of 2 lemons
juice 1/2 lemon
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

Place all the ingredients apart from the oil into a food processor or blender.
Blend on high speed until you form a paste.
With the blade running on low, slowly pour in the olive oil to form a sauce.
Store or serve.

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients you can for the best flavors.
Add in the olive oil slowly whilst processing on a smooth speed so that you can control the consistency.
Taste before serving and adjust salt, pepper or lemon juice to suit your taste.
Nutritional values are an estimate only.

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