Bold & Easy Pesto Recipe Without Pine Nuts
A vibrant, nut-free pesto recipe made with fresh basil, garlic, Parmesan, olive oil, and affordable seed or nut alternatives for a budget-friendly twist on the classic sauce.
- Time: 10 min
- Servings: 1
Source: https://recipeshots.com/
Ingredients
- Fresh basil leaves – Provides the herbal, aromatic base of the pesto
- Garlic cloves – Adds pungent, bold flavor
- Grated Parmesan cheese – Delivers umami and depth to the sauce
- Olive oil – Creates a smooth, rich texture while binding ingredients
- Lemon juice – Enhances brightness and balances the richness
- Salt and pepper – Adjusts seasoning to taste
- Nut substitute – Adds texture and replaces pine nuts affordably and safely