Description
Indulge in the flavors of Sicily with this easy and delicious Sicilian Pesto recipe. Bursting with cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, almonds, and Parmesan cheese, this vibrant pesto is perfect for tossing with pasta, spreading on sandwiches, or as a flavorful topping for grilled chicken.
Ingredients
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Cherry Tomato Pesto:
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
- 1/2 cup almonds, lightly toasted
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine cherry tomatoes, basil, almonds, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. Pulse until coarsely blended.
- Add Olive Oil: With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth. Scrape down the sides as needed.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Blend briefly, adjust seasoning, and serve with preferred dishes.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, substitute half of the almonds with pine nuts.
- Store pesto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze in portions for longer storage.
- Try sun-dried tomatoes for a flavor variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (for toasting almonds)
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 4 mg
