Enjoy the creamy and tangy flavors of feta cheese combined with the aromatic taste of pesto in this delicious Feta Pesto recipe. Made with simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip. It takes just a few minutes to prepare and can be enjoyed in no time. Try this recipe and elevate your meals with its savory taste.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 200g feta cheese, crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a food processor or blender, add the basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese. Pulse until well combined.
- While the processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese to the mixture and pulse a few more times until the cheese is combined but still slightly chunky.
- Taste the pesto and season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Transfer the feta pesto to a serving dish or jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
- Serve as a sauce for pasta, spread it on sandwiches, or use it as a dip for vegetables or bread.
- Enjoy the creamy and flavorful feta pesto!
Interesting Facts
Pesto originated in Genoa, Italy, and is traditionally made with basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.
Feta cheese is a popular Greek cheese known for its tangy flavor and crumbly texture.
Pine nuts are the edible seeds of pine trees and add a nutty flavor to the pesto.
Feta pesto can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.