Brighten Your Meals with Flavorful Purple Basil Pesto
This Purple Basil Pesto is a quick and delightful way to elevate any dish with its vibrant flavor and healthy ingredients.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 100kcal
Equipment
- food processor
Ingredients
For the Base
- ½ cup Walnuts Crunchy addition for nuttiness.
- 1 cup Purple Basil Leaves The star ingredient for vibrant flavor.
- 2 cloves Garlic Adjust according to taste.
- ¼ cup Nutritional Yeast Adds a cheesy flavor.
- ½ teaspoon Salt For balancing flavors.
- ¾ cup Olive Oil High-quality oil for best results.
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Purple Basil Pesto
- Process the walnuts until they achieve a fine, crumbly texture, typically about 30 seconds.
- Combine walnuts with purple basil leaves, minced garlic, nutritional yeast, and salt in the food processor. Pour in olive oil.
- Blend the mixture for approximately 45-60 seconds until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- For a smoother texture, slowly add olive oil while the processor is running, then pulse again until incorporated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then transfer to a serving bowl.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. Freeze in ice cube trays for up to three months.
Nutrition
Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.5mg