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Pistachio Pesto Recipe

Authentic Pistachio Pesto

Discover the rich, nutty flavor of this authentic pistachio pesto recipe. Perfect for pasta, grilled meats, or as a spread, this recipe brings a gourmet twist to classic pesto.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: condiment, sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup of quality pistachios shelled, unsalted
  • 2 cups of fresh basil leaves packed
  • 2-3 cloves of organic garlic
  • 1/2 cup of extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preparing the Ingredients:
  2. Wash and dry the basil leaves thoroughly.
  3. Shell the pistachios if they are not already shelled.
  4. Grate the Parmesan cheese finely.
  5. Peel and crush the garlic cloves.
  6. Blending the Pesto:
  7. Add the basil leaves and pistachios to your food processor.
  8. Pulse gently to break down the ingredients.
  9. Gradually add grated cheese and crushed garlic.
  10. Stream in extra-virgin olive oil while processing.
  11. Blend until smooth and well combined.
  12. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  13. Serving Suggestions:
  14. Toss with freshly cooked pasta.
  15. Spread over grilled chicken or fish.
  16. Use as a salad dressing.
  17. Top bruschetta or sandwiches.

Notes

Toasting the pistachios before blending can enhance the flavor.
Choose high-quality, extra-virgin olive oil for the best texture.
For a vegan option, replace Parmesan with nutritional yeast.
You can add sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers for an extra burst of flavor.
Pre-shelling pistachios or using pre-grated cheese can save time.