Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4 cups fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup pistachios (roasted, shelled)
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated or shredded)
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 lemon
  • 1/2 cup olive oil - more if needed
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instruction

  • Add the basil leaves, to the bowl of a food processor or blender.
  • Zest about 1/2 teaspoon of lemon zest and add the pistachios, parmesan cheese, 3 cloves garlic, 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes in a blender or food processor.
  • Blend or pulse until you have a rough chop.
  • While the machine is running, gradually drizzle in olive oil, and continue to blend until a smooth paste is formed. Add about 1-2 teaspoons of fresh squeezed lemon juice and blend again.
  • Taste for seasonings and adjust as needed wtih salt and pepper or extra lemon juice.