Fresh Basil Pesto

This basil pesto recipe with fresh basil, toasted pine nuts, Pecorino, garlic, and lemon makes a bright and nutty pasta sauce or topping for pizza.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 171 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 cloves garlic, peeled
• kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 dash fresh lemon juice
• 2 cups packed fresh basil
• 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup toasted pine nuts
• 0.5 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Gather the ingredients.

Step 2

Combine basil leaves, oil, pine nuts, and garlic in a food processor or blender; purée until smooth.

Step 3

Stir in Pecorino Romano cheese; season to taste with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.