Arugula Basil Pesto
A vibrant and simple homemade Arugula Basil Pesto that bursts with flavor, perfect for pastas, sandwiches, and more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the arugula, basil, pecans, Parmesan cheese, and garlic in a food processor.
- Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped.
- Add the olive oil gradually until the mixture is smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
Rinse herbs thoroughly before using. Substitute nuts or cheese as necessary. Store leftover pesto with a layer of olive oil on top to maintain color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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