Basil Pesto with Sunflower Seeds
A fresh and zesty basil pesto made with sunflower seeds, perfect for those with nut allergies.
Prep Time
5min
Cook Time
5min
Total Time
10min
Ingredients
4 Servings
(1 serving = 1/4 cup)
Pesto Ingredients
- 2cupsfresh basil leaves
- 1piecelemon, juiced
- 3clovegarlic
- 1/4cupsunflower seeds
- 1/2cupextra virgin olive oil
- 1pinchsalt
- 1piecechilli, optional
Prep Time
5min
Cook Time
5min
Total Time
10min
How to make Basil Pesto with Sunflower Seeds
Making the Pesto
Add fresh basil leaves, lemon juice, garlic cloves, sunflower seeds, and salt to a container suitable for an immersion blender.
Blend the ingredients until they form a smooth paste.
Slowly add the extra virgin olive oil while blending until the desired consistency is reached.
Add chillies if you desire an extra bite and blend until incorporated.
Tips & Tricks
Adjust the amount of garlic and salt according to your taste preference.
For a smoother pesto, add more olive oil.
Omit sunflower seeds if you have allergies.
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