Sun-Dried Tomato And Olive Pesto – Bon Appetit

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A robust, tangy Italian-inspired sauce blending sun-dried tomatoes and black olives
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Sun-Dried Tomato And Olive Pesto – Bon Appetit

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 7.2

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This vibrant pesto offers a sophisticated twist on the classic basil version, featuring the deep umami of sun-dried tomatoes and briny black olives. The combination of pine nuts, fresh parsley, and garlic creates a complex, savory flavor profile that is both earthy and bright. It is an excellent condiment for pasta, grilled vegetables, or as a spread on crusty bread. This recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or as a flavorful addition to sandwiches and salads. The oil-packed tomatoes lend a luxurious texture, while the red wine vinegar adds a necessary acidic balance to cut through the richness.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place a fine-mesh strainer over a 1-cup glass measuring cup.
  2. Pour the sun-dried tomatoes and their oil from the can into the strainer to drain.
  3. Measure the drained oil in the cup; if there is less than 1/4 cup, add enough additional olive oil to reach exactly 1/4 cup total. Reserve this oil for the pesto.
  4. Place the drained sun-dried tomatoes, parsley, black olives, pine nuts, chopped shallots, and garlic cloves into a food processor.
  5. Add the reserved 1/4 cup oil mixture and the red wine vinegar to the processor.
  6. Pulse the mixture until the ingredients are finely chopped and combined.
  7. With the machine running, gradually drizzle in the remaining olive oil until the pesto is well blended and reaches your desired consistency.
  8. If the pesto appears too dry, mix in additional olive oil by the spoonful until smooth.
  9. Taste and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 7.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 1.6g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 0.4g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pesto, sun-dried tomato, olive, italian sauce, vegan, pine nuts, parsley, garlic, pasta sauce, quick recipe, flavorful, umami, briny, condiment, blender, food processor, homemade, vegetarian, meal prep, summer dish
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