Calabrian Pesto
This vibrant and spicy Calabrian pesto is made with sun-dried tomatoes, chili peppers, garlic, and fresh basil.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Black pepper - To taste
- Salt - To taste
- Extra virgin olive oil - 1/2 cup
- Parmesan cheese - 1/2 cup, grated
- Pine nuts - 1/4 cup
- Fresh basil leaves - 1 cup
- Garlic - 2 cloves
- Calabrian chili peppers - 2 peppers
- Sun-dried tomatoes - 1 cup
Let's Get Started
- In a food processor, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, Calabrian chili peppers, garlic, basil leaves, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese.
- Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped.
- While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the pesto reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Transfer the pesto to a jar or container and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Serve the Calabrian pesto as a spread on bread, toss it with pasta, or use it as a sauce for grilled meats or vegetables.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 8g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 4g