Description
This vibrant and zesty 5 Minute Arugula Basil Pesto combines peppery arugula with fragrant fresh basil and sharp parmesan cheese. Blended with garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil, this pesto is a fresh and flavorful sauce perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip. Quick and easy to prepare, it can be enjoyed immediately or stored for future use.
Ingredients
Scale
Herbs and Greens
- 7 oz baby arugula
- 4 oz fresh basil (stems removed)
Other Ingredients
- 1 large lemon (juiced)
- 2 large garlic cloves
- ¾ cup olive oil
- 1 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 tbsp sea salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add baby arugula, fresh basil, olive oil, freshly grated parmesan cheese, lemon juice, garlic cloves, and sea salt to a food processor.
- Process Pesto: Blend all ingredients until fully processed and a smooth sauce forms. Pause to scrape down the sides if needed to ensure everything is well combined and evenly mixed.
- Serve or Store: Use immediately as a sauce or condiment, or store in the refrigerator covered with a thin layer of olive oil for up to three days. For longer storage, freeze the pesto in a mason jar for up to three months.
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for best flavor.
- Cover the pesto with a thin layer of olive oil before refrigerating to prevent browning.
- Can be frozen and thawed without significant loss of texture or flavor.
- Adjust salt quantity according to taste, especially if your parmesan is salty.
- Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, grilled meats, or as a dip.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: arugula pesto, basil pesto, quick pesto, homemade pesto, Italian sauce, green pesto, pesto recipe
