Walnut Pesto (Paula Deen)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Walnut Pesto - A Nutty Twist on Traditional Pesto

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

293

Sugar

Fat

29g

Walnut pesto is a delicious variant of traditional pesto that uses walnuts instead of pine nuts. This recipe features the nutty flavor of walnuts blended with fresh basil, garlic, and parmesan cheese to create a simple yet flavorful sauce. Perfect for serving with pasta, spreading on sandwiches, or using as a dip for vegetables, this pesto is easy to make and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With its various health benefits, using walnut pesto can also be a good way to add healthy fats and nutrients to your diet.

Instructions

1.	In a food processor, combine the basil, walnuts, parmesan cheese, and garlic.
2.	Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped.
3.	With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the pesto is smooth.
4.	Season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

Walnut pesto adds a delicious nutty flavor to any dish and is a great alternative for those who are allergic to pine nuts.

This recipe is easy to make and has a great balance of flavors.

CONS

This pesto can be more expensive to make than traditional pesto due to the cost of walnuts.

It can also be higher in calories and fat due to the higher fat content in walnuts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Walnuts are a good source of healthy fats, fiber, protein, and a variety of vitamins and minerals.
They have been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease and aid in weight management.

	2 cups fresh basil leaves
	1 cup walnut pieces
	1 cup grated parmesan cheese
	1 teaspoon minced garlic
	1 cup olive oil