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homemade pesto with no pine nuts recipe
Appetizer | Side Dish

Easy Homemade Pesto (Without Pine Nuts)

Here is an easy, delicious hack to making pesto at home without pine nuts!
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Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes

Equipment

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 c fresh basil leaves (stems removed)
  • 1/4 - 1/3 c extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 c walnuts
  • 3 cloves of garlic (peeled)
  • 1-2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • salt & pepper (to taste)

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Add all of the ingredients to a food processor and blend until completely smooth and combined. Add more olive oil if needed, and salt and pepper to taste. Add more lemon juice to brighten the flavors, if needed.