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Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

Casey Rooney
This Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Recipe (also know as "Pesto Rosso") combines the traditional pesto flavors of basil, garlic and Parmesan cheese with the sweet and savory flavor of sun dried tomatoes. Stir it in to your favorite pasta, use it as a simple topping for chicken or fish, or even a quick dip on a charcuterie board!
4.89 from 9 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4
Calories 266 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 8.5 oz. jar oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese fresh Parmesan or Parmigiano Reggiano works best
  • 2-3 large garlic cloves
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp kosher salt + more to taste
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)

Instructions
 

  • In a food processor, add sun-dried tomatoes, basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, honey, salt, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (if using). Pulse 3-4 times until ingredients are finely chopped. Scrape down the sides of the food processor.
  • With the food processor running, add olive oil and blend 10-15 seconds more until everything is well-combined. Taste. Season with a bit more salt, if needed. If the pesto seems too thick, add a bit more oil and blend until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Store sun-dried tomato pesto in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-6 days. See freezing instructions below.

Notes

Freezing Instructions:
This pesto can be frozen in an airtight freezer container or zip-top freezer bag for 2-3 months. You can also freeze smaller portions in ice cube trays for 3-4 hours or until frozen. Then, transfer these smaller portions to a zip-top freezer bag.
Nutrition is only an estimate based on the Very Well Fit Nutrition Calculator
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Nutrition

Calories: 266kcalCarbohydrates: 9.6gProtein: 10.7gFat: 22.5gSaturated Fat: 6.3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 916mgPotassium: 458mgFiber: 1.7gSugar: 1.5gCalcium: 227mgIron: 1mg
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