How to Make Perfect Pesto in 15 Minutes

Name: How to Make Perfect Pesto in 15 Minutes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh basil leaves; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; 2 cloves garlic; 1/4 cup olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

🗒 Breakfast 🗒 Vegetarian & Vegan 🍽 American

Fresh and flavorful pesto made quickly at home.

Quick and fresh homemade basil pesto ready in 15 minutes.

Ingredients

2 cups fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Blend basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, and garlic in a food processor.
Slowly drizzle in olive oil while blending.
Season with salt and pepper.
Serve immediately or store.

Expert Tips

Toast pine nuts lightly for richer flavor. | Use good quality olive oil.

Recipe Notes

Can freeze pesto in ice cube trays.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use other nuts?

Yes, walnuts or almonds work.

Can I store longer?

Store in fridge up to 1 week.

Prep Time5 minutes

Cook Time10 minutes

Servings4 servings

Rating4.9/5 (85)

Maria Bakkers

A home cook and recipe creator from the United States. With a background in Hospitality and Catering, I love turning everyday ingredients into simple, family-friendly meals. When I’m not in the kitchen, I enjoy camping with my husband and our two children. On The Fry Pans, I share easy recipes, cooking tips, and honest kitchen tool reviews to help families cook smarter and eat better.

While Maria develops all our recipes, we want to provide the most accurate health information. This article was medically reviewed by Dr. Farzana Antu, BSc, MS, MPH (North South University) Nutrition and Food Science, to ensure accuracy.