Thermomix Pesto

A simple and tasty Thermomix Pesto recipe made using fresh basil, parmesan cheese, garlic, olive oil and pine nuts. Ready in just 5 minutes!

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Course: sauces and condiments

Cuisine: Italian

Diet: Vegetarian

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

Servings: cup

Calories: 1274kcal

Cost: $5

Place the parmesan cheese into the Thermomix bowl. Mix for 10 seconds, Speed 10.
Add the pine nuts, fresh basil leaves, salt and pepper, garlic and olive oil. Mix for 10 seconds, Speed 7.
Scrape down the sides of the bowl and repeat for a further 10 seconds.
Use immediately or store in the fridge in an airtight container.

RECIPE NOTES & TIPS

Substitutions - you can substitute the pine nuts with walnuts, cashews or almonds. Rocket, kale or baby spinach are all great options in place of the fresh basil too.
To avoid the pesto turning brown - the pesto will turn brown when exposed to air. Store in a completely airtight container in the fridge. If your container is not airtight, add a thin layer of olive oil over the top of the pesto when storing in the fridge.
Storing - store the pesto in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freezing - you can freeze Thermomix pesto for up to 3 months in an airtight container.
Equipment - if you don't have a Thermomix, you can make this pesto using a food processor.