23 Innovative Ways to Use Pesto You Never Imagined
Pesto lovers, unite! This vibrant green sauce isn’t just for pasta anymore. It’s a flavor powerhouse that can elevate almost any dish from good to great. This collection of pesto recipes is here to show you just how versatile this herby, garlicky wonder can be. From pesto-stuffed chicken that’ll be the star of your next dinner party, to pesto-swirled pizza that’ll make you rethink your usual toppings, these recipes prove that a little bit of pesto goes a long way.
Burrata With Tomatoes And Pesto
Make this tasty burrata with tomatoes and pesto as an appetizer or side dish, or pair with meat, poultry or seafood for a light summer meal.
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Pesto Fettuccini With Bolognese Sauce
Pesto fettuccini with Bolognese sauce is a delicious pasta dinner bursting with fresh veggies in every bite. It’s a homemade Italian beef Bolognese meat sauce and fettuccine pasta. So if you love hearty Italian dishes like this fettuccini with pesto and the best Bolognese recipe!
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Italian Chicken Pesto Sandwich
An Italian chicken pesto sandwich is a bistro-inspired, gourmet treat. Toasty bread pairs with juicy chicken and creamy pesto sauce in this recipe which makes an easy and quick dinner or lunch.
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Quick & Easy Vegan Pesto
Vegan pesto is that sauce that is a wonderful (and semi-healthier) alternative to a heavy, red sauce. You can add this quick and easy vegan pesto sauce to any pizza, pasta, or even just use it as a dipping sauce with some pita chips!
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Authentic Italian Basil Pesto
Making your own authentic Italian basil pesto is so easy and there’s no cooking involved. You’re going to love the fresh taste of this creamy pesto sauce and how much better it tastes than anything from the grocery store
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Air Fryer Parmesan Pesto Crusted Salmon Fillets
Fish comes out perfect when you’re using the air fryer and parmesan pesto crusted salmon fillets are no exception. This is a simple air fryer salmon recipe which includes parmesan, garlic and homemade pesto.
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Pesto Puff Pastry Christmas Tree Appetizer
It’s never too early to think about new recipes for Christmas or an impressive centerpiece for the occasion. A homemade pesto puff pastry Christmas tree appetizer is definitely worth considering.
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Pesto Crusted Salmon
This is the best way to enjoy salmon! Slather a filet with pesto and bake it to perfection for a filling yet healthy weeknight meal.
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Pesto Polenta
This dish has it all! Polenta with cheese and pesto sound delicious. Add bacon, crispy kale and a perfectly cooked egg and you have a recipe for a hearty breakfast that you can even serve for dinner.
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Chicken Pesto Caprese Pasta
This Chicken Pesto Caprese Pasta is one delicious dinner that’s ready to put on the dinner table in under 30 minutes. Enjoyed even by your picky eaters.
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Carrot Top Pesto
Did you know you can make a really great pesto from carrot tops? You have to try this the next time you grab some fresh whole carrots from the farmers market!
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Chicken Pesto Pizza
If you are a fan of pesto, give my Chicken Pesto Pizza recipe a try. It’s a pizza with pesto sauce as the base plus chicken, cherry tomatoes, onions, mushroom, cheese and more. A restaurant-quality pizza made right in the comfort of your home. For pizza night, skip takeout and frozen pizzas
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Pesto Carbonara With Crispy Prosciutto
A quick and easy carbonara sauce with a little pesto goes a long way! Add a little prosciutto on top and you’ve got a delicious meal. This pesto carbonara with crispy prosciutto is exceptionally good and comes together in under 30 minutes!
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Spinach Pesto Quinoa Bowl
You’ll have dinner on the table in no time with this 15-minute spinach pesto quinoa bowl!
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Easy Pesto Rosso
Pesto rosso is an alternative to green pesto. It is both similar and very different! Sun dried tomato pesto is really versatile. You can spread it over crackers or toast or enjoy it as an easy pasta sauce.
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Arugula And Basil Pesto Risotto
Arugula and Basil Pesto Risotto with Sauteed Mushrooms! Risotto is the epitome of Italian home cooking and comfort food. Learn to make this simple pesto risotto with sauteed mushrooms, it’s sinful, decadent and very comforting!
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Pesto Green Beans
Pesto and Parmesan add great flavor to these Pesto Green Beans. A stand out vegetable side dish that’s easy enough for a weeknight but special enough for a holiday meal.
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Kale, Pesto And Cheese Stuffed Shells
This stuffed shell recipe is loaded with great flavors! Make this kale, pesto and cheese stuffed shells for a cozy weeknight meal. Pair with bread and a salad for a fresh and flavorful option.
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Pesto Chicken Roll Ups
Thin chicken breast filled with pesto and sun dried tomatoes sounds like a good meal for tonight! This recipe is rolled up for layers of tender chicken and savory filling that is bursting with flavor in each bite. Serve these roll ups over noodles and add an extra spoon of pesto over the top.
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Pesto Parmesan Chicken Skillet
You only need 30 minutes to make this creamy chicken skillet. Chicken breasts are rubbed with pesto and parmesan for a flavorful meal that pairs well with rice or potatoes.
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Chorizo Beef Wellington With Cilantro Pesto
This is the most epic beef wellington yet! It has a layer of chorizo, and delicious cilantro pesto. Make this for a meal that will wow your dinner companions and fill them with great flavors.
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Pesto Parmesan Twists
This is the best bread stick recipe for pesto fans. It has plenty of parm cheese and pesto, twisted into flaky pufffed pastry. Bake these for a fast and flavorful appetizer, or serve with dinner.
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Pesto Shrimp Pasta With Sun Dried Tomatoes
Pesto pasta is always a good idea. This recipe adds succulent shrimp and plenty of sun dried tomatoes to create an unforgettable flavor. This meal feels elegant, but is so easy to make in your home kitchen.
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