Go Back
+ servings
Close up of homemade pesto in a spoon recipe
Print Recipe
5 from 3 votes

Easy homemade pesto

Today, you will learn how to make the perfect food processor pesto recipe at home. This tastes incredible on bread, pasta, or even pizzas!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 1122Calories

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a food processor, pulse the basil, parmesan, toasted pine nuts, garlic and salt until finely chopped.
  • While the processor is still running, slowly drizzle the olive oil to allow it to emulsify with the rest of the ingredients. Make sure to scrape down the sides of the food processor from time to time. Continue pulsating until the mixture is well combined. Taste the pesto and add salt to taste.
  • Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Notes

This pesto recipe will last in an airtight container the fridge for up to 5 days. 
It can also be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. 

Nutrition

Calories: 1122Calories | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 115g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 869mg | Potassium: 379mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2223IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 496mg | Iron: 4mg