Spinach Basil Pesto
This Spinach Basil Pesto is the perfect condiment for your pasta, chicken, or seafood! It is creamy, flavorful, easy to prepare, and delicious on top of most dishes! Add a flavor boost to your meals with this homemade pesto that comes together in under 5 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh basil
- 1 1/2 cups spinach
- 1/2 cup pine nuts see note
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese optional
- Big pinch of salt and pepper
- Red pepper flakes to taste
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1-2 tablespoons warm water
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients except the olive oil and water to a food processor or a high-speed blender. Pulse until finely chopped. With the motor running, drizzle in the olive oil. If needed you can add in a tablespoon of hot water as needed to make a smooth pesto. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Use immediately or store for up to 1 week in a tightly sealed container.
Notes
You can substitute the pine nuts for another nut like slivered almonds or cashews.
Can't have nuts? Check out this Nut-Free Pesto Recipe.
Recipe originally published in 2013, and republished with new photographs in 2020.
Nutrition
Calories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 6.7gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 12mgFiber: 0.9gSugar: 1g