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Fresh Sage Pesto Recipe

Fresh Sage Pesto Recipe: Elevate Your Pasta Night at Home

This Fresh Sage Pesto Recipe transforms the earthy essence of sage into a vibrant condiment, perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pesto
  • 2 cups Fresh Sage Aromatic herb, can mix with basil.
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil For richness; consider grapeseed oil for lighter taste.
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts Add creaminess; can substitute with walnuts or pecans.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can substitute with nutritional yeast for vegan option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use roasted garlic for milder flavor.

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Fresh Sage Pesto Recipe
  1. Gather your fresh sage leaves, garlic cloves, and pine nuts. Rinse the sage under cool water and pat dry.
  2. Combine fresh sage, garlic cloves, and pine nuts in the food processor. Pulse for 15-20 seconds until finely chopped.
  3. With the processor running, slowly drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the mixture. Blend for another 30-45 seconds until creamy.
  4. Add grated Parmesan cheese and blend for 10-15 seconds. Taste and add salt as necessary.
  5. Scoop pesto into an airtight container, drizzle olive oil on top, and refrigerate for 2-3 weeks or freeze in small portions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 50mgVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust consistency with additional olive oil if needed.

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