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.
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
Instructions
- Preparing the Ingredients:
- Wash and dry the basil leaves thoroughly.
- Shell the pistachios if they are not already shelled.
- Grate the Parmesan cheese finely.
- Peel and crush the garlic cloves.
- Blending the Pesto:
- Add the basil leaves and pistachios to your food processor.
- Pulse gently to break down the ingredients.
- Gradually add grated cheese and crushed garlic.
- Stream in extra-virgin olive oil while processing.
- Blend until smooth and well combined.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serving Suggestions:
- Toss with freshly cooked pasta.
- Spread over grilled chicken or fish.
- Use as a salad dressing.
- 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.
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.