Pesto Sauce recipe

Servings: 4 Total Time: 10 mins Difficulty: Beginner
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This vibrant Pesto Sauce is a celebration of fresh ingredients, perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or simply enjoyed with bread. Discover the joy of making it at home!

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Pesto Sauce recipe

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 mins Total Time 10 mins
Servings: 4 Estimated Cost: $ 5 Calories: 300
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

This vibrant Pesto Sauce is a celebration of fresh ingredients, perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or simply enjoyed with bread. Discover the joy of making it at home!

Ingredients for Pesto Sauce

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Main Ingredients

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  1. Blend the Ingredients

    Blend all ingredients together in a blender or food processor until smooth.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 1218kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 120.3g186%
Saturated Fat 17.6g89%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Sodium 570.5mg24%
Potassium 565.8mg17%
Total Carbohydrate 34.6g12%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g15%
Sugars 1.4g
Protein 9.1g19%

Vitamin A 63.56 IU
Vitamin C 34.38 mg
Calcium 245.01 mg
Iron 3.45 mg
Vitamin D 0.00 IU
Vitamin E 16.90 IU
Vitamin K 168.42 mcg
Thiamin 0.29 mg
Riboflavin 0.13 mg
Niacin 0.94 mg
Vitamin B6 1.24 mg
Folate 22.63 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.00 mcg
Phosphorus 270.26 mg
Magnesium 97.06 mg
Zinc 1.93 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Try adding Parmesan cheese for a richer flavor!

Keywords: pesto, sauce, fresh, basil, Italian

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Pesto Sauce

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Can I use other nuts?

Yes, you can substitute Brazil nuts with pine nuts, walnuts, or almonds.

How long does pesto last in the fridge?

Stored in an airtight container, pesto can last up to a week in the fridge.

Is pesto gluten-free?

Yes, pesto is naturally gluten-free as it contains no wheat products.

Can I freeze pesto?

Absolutely! Pesto can be frozen for up to 6 months. Consider freezing in ice cube trays for easy portions.

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  1. Emily Davis

    A bit salty for my taste, but still very tasty overall.

  2. Robert Brown

    So good with pasta. Will make again for sure!

  3. Alice Johnson

    Nice recipe! I added some parmesan cheese for an extra kick.

  4. Jane Smith

    Easy to make and delicious! My family loved it.

  5. John Doe

    This pesto sauce is amazing! So fresh and full of flavor.

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