SUNFLOWER SEED AND BASIL PESTO

Sunflower Seed and Basil Pesto image

Pine nuts are pricey but sunflower seeds aren't and they do a mighty fine job in a delicious green pesto. Super smooth or a little chunky, it's delicious either way. Store in an airtight container for 5 to 6 days.

Provided by Jonathan Charbz

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup packed fresh basil
½ cup packed fresh parsley
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup raw sunflower seeds
2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1 medium lemon, juiced
1 clove garlic, crushed, or more to taste
⅓ teaspoon sea salt, or to taste

Steps:

Place basil, parsley, olive oil, sunflower seeds, Pecorino Romano cheese, lemon juice, garlic, and sea salt into a small blender or food processor; puree until blended to desired consistency. Taste and adjust salt if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 1.9 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 98.8 mg, Sugar 0.2 g