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Nut Free Basil Pesto

This nut-free basil pesto can be ready in under 5 minutes and is perfect for using anywhere you may use pesto!
Prep Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: basil pesto, nut free pesto, pesto
Servings: 0.5 cup

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups fresh basil leaves packed
  • cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ lemon juiced
  • 3 tbs Parmiagiano-Reggiano grated
  • 1 garlic clove roughly chopped
  • Pinch red pepper flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • Add everything to a food processor and chop until smooth, making sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl so you don't miss anything.