Classic Basil Pesto

How to make

Classic Basil Pesto

This classic basil pesto comes together in minutes with your chopper, combining fresh basil, toasted pine nuts and parmesan for a rich, fragrant sauce that’s perfect with pasta, sandwiches or salads. — Team Salter

Serves2
DifficultyEasy
Prep10 min

Recommended Equipment

Ingredients

  • 50 g basil leaves
  • 1 whole clove garlic, chopped
  • 50 g pine nuts, toasted
  • 125 ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 25 g grated pecorino or Parmesan
  • Sea salt (to taste)

Method

  1. Place the basil leaves in your food chopper, attach the lid, and pulse until roughly chopped.
  2. Add the garlic, pine nuts, olive oil and cheese, then pulse again until the mixture is combined but still textured.
  3. Taste and season with sea salt to your liking.

…enjoy!