Easy Basil Pesto with Almonds

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This recipe for basil pesto with almonds is easy, fast, and very tasty — it’s like summer on a plate! You’ll save some money using almonds in place of pricey pine nuts. Serve over warm pasta with a side salad and a nice loaf of bread, or spread it on toast. If you have any left over, put it in a small jar, drizzle some olive oil over top, and keep it in the refrigerator.

Submitted by SAS4U
Updated on June 23, 2024
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
5 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves

  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese

  • ¼ cup whole raw almonds

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, or more as needed

  • 1 clove garlic, peeled

Directions

  1. Combine basil, Parmesan cheese, almonds, olive oil, and garlic in a food processor; pulse until blended. Pour in more olive oil, with the processor running, until pesto is thick and smooth.

Cook’s Note

You can use roasted garlic in place of raw.

If you'd like roasted almond pesto, toast the almonds at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for about 10 minutes before following the recipe.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

226 Calories
22g Fat
3g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 226
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g 28%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Sodium 154mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 6g 13%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 172mg 13%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 142mg 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.