Sunflower Seed Pesto Recipe with Basil

Name: Sunflower Seed Pesto Recipe with Basil
Total time: 10 mins
Ingredients: 1 cup packed fresh basil; 0.5 cup packed fresh parsley; 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 0.25 cup raw sunflower seeds; 2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese; 1 medium lemon, juiced; 1 clove garlic, crushed, or more to taste; 0.33333334326744 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste

This sunflower seed basil pesto recipe offers a budget-friendly alternative to traditional pesto. Achieve your preferred consistency, whether perfectly smooth or slightly textured. Enjoy the delightful flavor of this green pesto, made with readily available sunflower seeds instead of expensive pine nuts. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 6 days.

Total time10 mins
Prep time10 mins
Yield8

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Servings

Ingredients

1 cup packed fresh basil
0.5 cup packed fresh parsley
0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil
0.25 cup raw sunflower seeds
2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1 medium lemon, juiced
1 clove garlic, crushed, or more to taste
0.33 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste

Instructions

In a blender or food processor, combine basil, parsley, olive oil, sunflower seeds, Pecorino Romano cheese, lemon juice, garlic, and sea salt. Purée until you reach your desired consistency. Taste and adjust salt as needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 165 kcal
Fat Content: 17 g
Fiber Content: 1 g
Sugar Content: 0 g
Sodium Content: 99 mg
Protein Content: 2 g
Cholesterol Content: 2 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 3 g
Saturated Fat Content: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g