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Pesto Trapanese

Cultural Context

Originating from Sicily, Pesto Trapanese is a vibrant, fresh sauce that celebrates the region's abundant produce and nuts. Unlike its Genovese counterpart, this version incorporates tomatoes, adding a unique sweetness and color. Traditionally served with pasta, it reflects the island's culinary heritage and has gained popularity beyond Italy, inspiring variations worldwide.

ItalianITSicilymain
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups fresh basil
1 cup almonds
3 cloves garlic
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup olive oil
2 cups tomatoes, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

almonds

🥗Healthier: pine nuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a similar texture at a lower cost.

1

Combine basil, almonds, garlic, and tomatoes in a food processor.

2

Pulse until coarsely chopped.

3

Add parmesan cheese and pulse to combine.

4

With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth.

5

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

6

Serve immediately over pasta or as a spread.

Cooking Techniques

blending

Equipment Needed

food processorspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-freenut-free

Allergens

milktree-nuts

Also Known As

Sicilian PestoPesto alla Trapanese
Local Name: Pesto Trapanese

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