Description

This Easy and Delicious Sicilian Pesto is a flavorful twist on classic pesto, combining cherry tomatoes, blanched almonds, and fresh basil for a vibrant sauce that’s perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or grilled vegetables.

Ingredients

Cherry Tomato Pesto:

1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 cup blanched almonds
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus more if needed)
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Blend Ingredients: In a food processor, combine cherry tomatoes, almonds, Parmesan, basil, and garlic. Pulse until finely chopped.
Add Olive Oil: While the processor is running, slowly stream in olive oil until smooth.
Season: Adjust consistency with more oil if needed. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve: Use immediately as a sauce or store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Notes

To intensify flavor, toast almonds before blending.
For heat, add red pepper flakes; for creaminess, add ricotta.