Pistachio Pesto
Feb 01, 2026 10:04 AM
Pistachio pesto combines fresh basil leaves with nutty pistachios for a completely different spin on pesto. Whether you use it on pasta, veggies, or pizza, it’s always delish!
Do I have a weakness for pesto? I’d say yes. But it’s not going to stop me! I’m going to keep pesto-ing! And this pistachio pesto is my current favourite. Pine nuts aren’t everyone’s cup of tea, but pistachios are a real crowd-pleaser, with a slightly sweeter and nuttier flavour profile. This might just become your new go-to pesto recipe!
Why This Pistachio Pesto Should Be a Staple in Your Kitchen
Pesto with a twist. Typically, basil is the star in a pesto recipe. But in pistachio pesto, you get a lot more nuttiness and earthiness, along with a subtle sweetness.
Easy to make. Homemade pesto is a cinch to whip up! I share methods to make this pistachio pesto with a mortar and pestle and food processor, but either way, it only takes a few minutes of your time and effort.
So many ways to use it. Whether tossed with pasta, spread on sandwiches, or spooned over roasted veggies, pistachio pesto adds a flavour boost to any dish.
Ingredients:
- 2 cloves garlic
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt, more to taste – 3 grams
- 2 ½ cups fresh basil leaves – 75 grams
- ¼ cup de-shelled pistachios – 30 grams
- ¼ cup vegan parmesan cheese, freshly grated – 25 grams
- ⅓ cup olive oil, 80 ml
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, (optional) – 0.5 grams
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
5 minutes
Total Time:
15 minutes
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