Name: Basil-Walnut Pesto for Grilled Vegetables
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 3 cups fresh basil leaves, packed; ½ cup walnuts, lightly toasted; 2-3 garlic cloves; ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more as needed

Basil-Walnut Pesto for Grilled Vegetables

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Herbaceous Basil-Walnut Pesto coats grilled vegetables with aromatic basil, toasty nuts, and sharp cheese, creating layers of texture and Mediterranean flavor.

Author: Amanda MacArthur
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 1 Cup 1x
Category: Sides & Sauces

Ingredients

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3 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
½ cup walnuts, lightly toasted
2–3 garlic cloves
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more as needed

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Instructions

Pulse walnuts and garlic in a food processor until coarsely chopped
Add basil, cheese, lemon juice, zest, salt and pepper; pulse until combined
With motor running, slowly add olive oil until desired consistency is reached
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed

Notes

Makes about 1 cup

Find it online: https://foodgardening.mequoda.com/recipe/basil-walnut-pesto-for-grilled-vegetables/