Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto (No Nuts)

Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto (No Nuts)
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    20 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    57

A vibrant and intensely flavored pesto, bursting with the savory sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes. This nut-free version is incredibly versatile – toss it with your favorite pasta, spread it on sandwiches, or use it as a flavorful base for pizza.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    4 g
  • Cholesterol
    1 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    452 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    21 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 15 mins Rehydrate the Tomatoes: Place sun-dried tomatoes in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Remove from heat and let the tomatoes soften for about 10 minutes. Drain thoroughly. (Time: 15 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Combine and Blend: In a food processor, combine the drained sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and salt. Pulse until the mixture is coarsely chopped. (Time: 2 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Emulsify the Pesto: With the food processor running on low, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil, about 1/4 cup at a time, until the pesto reaches a smooth and creamy consistency. If the pesto is too thick, add more olive oil, a tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached. (Time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Taste and Adjust: Taste the pesto and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt if desired. (Time: 1 minute)

For a more intense flavor, use sun-dried tomatoes that have not been packed in oil. Rehydrate them in hot water for a longer period (about 20-30 minutes) to soften them completely.
If you don't have a food processor, you can use a blender. You may need to scrape down the sides more often to ensure even blending.
Store the pesto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze it for longer storage. Spoon the pesto into ice cube trays, freeze, then transfer the frozen cubes to a freezer bag.
Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

Moshe Strosin

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 19 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Jacquelyn Deckow

    This pesto is amazing! So much flavor, and I love that it's nut-free. I used it on pasta and it was a hit!

  • Halie Howe

    I made this last night and it was delicious! I added a little lemon juice for some zing. Will definitely make again.

  • Javier Roberts

    Easy to follow recipe and the pesto turned out perfect. I used it as a spread on a grilled chicken sandwich.

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