Macadamia Pesto Sauce

Transform your pasta night or favorite dishes with the indulgent, nutty charm of Macadamia Pesto Sauce! This quick, no-cook recipe combines fresh basil, buttery macadamia nuts, savory Parmesan cheese, and zesty garlic with a bright squeeze of lemon juice for a delightfully creamy and herbaceous flavor profile. Perfectly blended with olive oil, this pesto achieves a luscious texture that can be customized with a splash of water for your preferred consistency. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for tossing with pasta, drizzling over roasted veggies, or spreading on sandwiches. Its unique twist on traditional pesto makes it a must-try for anyone seeking simple yet elevated homemade condiments.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cups Macadamia nuts
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 cups Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water (optional, for consistency)

Directions

Step 1

Place the fresh basil leaves, macadamia nuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic cloves in a food processor or blender.

Step 2

Pulse the ingredients a few times to begin breaking them down.

Step 3

Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.

Step 4

With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 5

If the pesto is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time and blend until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, lemon juice, or Parmesan as desired.

Step 7

Transfer the finished pesto sauce to an airtight container. It can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	289.6 grams (289.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1670

Total Fat 174.60g	224%
Saturated Fat 33.20g	166%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.60g
Cholesterol 40mg	13%
Sodium 2097mg	91%
Total Carbohydrate 14.20g	5%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 3.50g
Protein 23.00g	46%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 553mg	43%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 431mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 91.3%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 3.3%