Pecan Pesto Caprese

Name: Pecan Pesto Caprese
Ingredients: 5 (+/-) small garlic cloves; 1⁄4 teaspoon sea salt; freshly ground black pepper (to taste); 2 1/2 cups basil leaves; 1/3+ cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; fresh lemon juice - to taste (optional)

Pecans bring a delightfully sweet, buttery depth to traditional pesto, creating a smooth and comforting flavor profile that pairs beautifully with fresh summer ingredients. Made by blending rich pecans with fresh basil, pungent garlic, aged Parmesan, and extra-virgin olive oil, this homemade pecan pesto is spooned over lush, creamy burrata and warm blistered tomatoes. Bright, elegant, and packed with herbaceous flavor, it is the ultimate seasonal appetizer or light main dish to serve with warm, crusty bread.

By Must Love Herbs - Lauren May

Ingredients

5 (+/-) small garlic cloves
1⁄4 teaspoon sea salt
freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
2 1/2 cups basil leaves
1/3+ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
fresh lemon juice - to taste (optional)

Preparation

In a food processor, combine the pecans, garlic, salt, and pepper and pulse until well chopped.
Add the basil and pulse until combined.
With the food processor running, drizzle in the olive oil and pulse until combined.
Add the Parmesan cheese and pulse until just combined. Add in lemon juice for a brighter flavor profile.