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Delicious Tomato Pesto Recipe

Delicious Tomato Pesto Recipe: A Fresh Twist on Tradition

Discover a delicious Tomato Pesto recipe that's vegan-friendly and gluten-free, perfect for jazzing up your meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pesto
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with sun-dried tomatoes for a stronger flavor.
  • ⅓ cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Use high-quality oil for the best flavor.
  • ¼ cup Slivered Almonds Can be replaced with pine nuts or walnuts.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Adjust based on personal taste, can use garlic powder.
  • 1 cup Basil Leaves Substitute with parsley or arugula if unavailable.
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For vegan version, replace with nutritional yeast.
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste; sea salt can be a finer substitute.

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather Ingredients: Assemble all ingredients including fresh cherry tomatoes, basil, slivered almonds, garlic, Parmesan, olive oil, and salt.
  2. Blend the Base: Combine cherry tomatoes, basil, slivered almonds, and garlic in the food processor. Pulse for about 15–20 seconds until finely chopped.
  3. Add Cheese and Oil: Add grated Parmesan cheese and slowly drizzle in olive oil with the motor running, blending for 30 seconds until creamy.
  4. Season the Pesto: Add kosher salt and blend for another 10 seconds to incorporate. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Serve or Store: Serve immediately over pasta or on bread, or store in an airtight container with olive oil on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Tomato Pesto can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen in portions. No reheating is needed; mix into warm dishes directly.

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