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A jar of Pesto Salad Dressing and cherry tomatoes on a marble counter.

Pesto Salad Dressing

This easy to make Pesto Vinaigrette is the perfect addition to any salad!
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Salad, Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 154kcal
Author: Ginnie

Ingredients

  • 1 large clove garlic
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves (lightly packed)
  • ½ cup + 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • pepper

Equipment

Instructions

  • Place garlic clove in food processor, then mince.
  • Add basil, olive oil, parmesan, lemon juice, salt, and a few grinds pepper.
  • Process ingredients just until dressing is well-blended and mostly smooth (you'll still see basil flecks).
  • Season generously to taste with additional salt. (I used about 1 teaspoon total.)
  • Use immediately, or refrigerate in an airtight container. Enjoy!

Notes

This recipe makes about 1 cup, which is equal to 8 servings (2 tablespoons each).
Use the dressing to make this Caprese Salad with Pesto Dressing or these Roasted Tomato Tartines (open-faced sandwiches).
For other ways to use the dressing (along with helpful tips, recipe variations, and more), check out the info before this recipe card!

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcal
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