Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

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This sun-dried tomato pesto is easy to make in a food processor or blender. It tastes fabulous on pasta, pizza, and sandwiches.

Submitted by Cindy Schmidt
Updated on June 7, 2023
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
40
Yield:
2 1/2 cups
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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces sun-dried tomatoes

  • ¼ cup chopped pine nuts

  • 3 tablespoons chopped onion

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic

  • ⅓ cup crushed tomatoes

  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar

  • ¼ cup red wine

  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste

  • ½ cup olive oil

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • salt to taste

Directions

  1. Place sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl and cover with warm water for 5 minutes, or until tender.

  2. Place sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, onion, basil, parsley, and garlic in a food processor or blender; process until well blended. Add crushed tomatoes, vinegar, red wine, and tomato paste; blend to desired consistency. Stir in olive oil and Parmesan cheese; season to taste.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

44 Calories
4g Fat
2g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 40
Calories 44
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 4%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 81mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 17mg 1%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 119mg 3%

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

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.