Sun-dried TomatoPistachio Pesto Recipe

Name: Sun-dried TomatoPistachio Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not marinated); 1/2 cup shelled pistachios; 1 cup tightly packed fresh basil leaves; 2 garlic cloves; 1-2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese; 1/2-3/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Salt; Crushed red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 350F.
2
Place the tomatoes in a small bowl and cover with hot water.
3
Plump them for about 5 minutes, then drain and chop.
4
Meanwhile, toast the pistachios in the oven for 56 minutes, until fragrant and slightly darkened.
5
Cool, then place them in a clean dish towel and rub off as much of the skin as possible.
6
Place the tomatoes, pistachios, basil, and garlic in a food processor and pulse to mix.
7
Add 1 tablespoon vinegar and the cheese.
8
With the motor running, drizzle in about half of each olive oil.
9
Taste, and add salt and red pepper to taste, then the remaining olive oils and the other tablespoon of vinegar, if desired.

389

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not marinated), 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, 1 cup tightly packed fresh basil leaves, 2 garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Sun-dried TomatoPistachio Pesto falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sun-dried TomatoPistachio Pesto

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Variations & substitutions

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