This is one of our base recipes. Make this easy pesto base recipe any time of year! Blend fresh herbs/greens with garlic, cheese, nuts, and heart healthy olive oil for a delicious dip, spread, dressing, or topping.

Pesto Base Recipe

greens

extra virgin olive oil

hard cheese ((parmesan, asiago, aged cheddar))

nuts*

garlic clove

Salt & pepper

lemon juice

Place leafy greens, oil, cheese, nuts, and garlic in a blender and puree until fairly smooth. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and optional lemon juice. 

To store, pour into a container and top with a little extra virgin olive oil to keep your pesto nice and green. Enjoy!

pesto base recipe

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total: 5 minutes

Servings: 1

Author : Vahista Ussery, MS, MBA, RDN

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