Description
Learn how to make a very incredible basil sauce that is perfect for pasta, grilled vegetables, chicken, or as a dip. This homemade sauce is bursting with fresh flavors and is easy to whip up in just a few minutes.
Ingredients
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Fresh Basil Sauce:
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves packed
- ½ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts or walnuts
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a food processor or blender, combine basil leaves, Parmesan, nuts, and garlic. Pulse until roughly chopped.
- Blend: With the machine running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend to combine.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust as needed. Serve over desired dishes.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For a nut-free version, omit nuts.
- Freeze in ice cube trays for later use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
