Whisper of Yum
  • Home
  • Recipes
    • Asian
    • Beverages
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    • Filipino
    • Lunch
    • Quick and Easy
    • Recipes
    • Seafood
    • Sides
    • Soup
    • Starters
    • Vegetarian
  • Shop
  • About
    • About Jeri
    • Press
    • Get in Touch
Sides

Basil and Marcona Almond Pesto

by Jeri Mobley-Arias August 28, 2020
written by Jeri Mobley-Arias August 28, 2020
Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

Basil and marcona almond pesto is one of my favorite sauces to use in the summertime. It goes well with pretty much anything and brightens up your eats.

basil and marcona almond pesto

Basil and Marcona Almond Pesto

Marcona almonds are one of my favorite nuts to eat–I most enjoy them in a light olive oil bath with rosemary and flakey salt. They are shorter and rounder in appearance than the California variety most of us are familiar with. I tried marcona almonds for the first time in Spain while studying abroad in 2011 and I could not get enough of them! Paired with an effervescent libation on a warm summer’s day and, goodness, I’m in heaven.

Ingredients to Make this Recipe

  • Fresh basil
  • Marcona almonds
  • Garlic
  • Quality olive oil
  • Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • Kosher salt (optional)

How to Make this Pesto Sauce

This recipe–like most pesto recipes–is quite simple to make. Simply toss ingredients into a food processor, give it good pulse and you’re good to go! Now, be prepared, ‘cause you’re gonna want to top this on just about everything. To help with that, here’s a few suggestions: on fried eggs, grilled cheese sandwich, roasted tomatoes, pasta + ricotta, galette, pasta salads, any sandwich–really, zoodles, gallette, cheese board, fresh veggies, risotto, I could go on, but I think you get it.

Looking for More Great Recipes?

Keep the comfy-feels going with these good eats:

  • Chicken Pot Pie
  • Garlic and Mushroom Skillet Chicken
  • Creamy Garlic Mushroom Pork Chops

Are You Loving this Basil and Marcona Almond Pesto?

Are you loving it, too? Leave a comment below and share your love for this recipe on Instagram and Pinterest. We love to see you get down in the kitchen. Happy eating!

basil and marcona almond pesto

Basil and Marcona Almond Pesto

Basil and marcona almond pesto is one of my favorite sauces to use in the summertime. It goes well with pretty much anything and brightens up your eats.
Print Pin Rate
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 0.5 cup
Author: Jeri Mobley-Arias

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh basil, leaves only
  • 2½ tablespoons marcona almonds
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ½ cup good quality olive oil
  • ½ cup, plus 2 tbsp parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt (optional)

Instructions

  • Combine basil, marcona almonds and garlic cloves in a food processor. Process on high until mixture is minced
  • Switch processing speed to low and slowly add olive oil.
  • Add cheese and continue to process on low until smooth and combined.
  • Place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
0 comment
previous post
Shrimp Scampi
next post
Sweet and Tangy BBQ Sauce

You might also like

Easy Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Curry Puff with Potato and Chickpea

Garlic Confit

Cherry Tomato Confit

Hard Boiled Eggs in the Air Fryer

Grilled Corn Salad

Yuzu Mayo

Pan con Tomate Recipe

Cornbread with Honey Butter

Leave a Comment Cancel Reply

Recipe Rating




Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

About

About

Lover of Olive Oil, Butter, Bread, and Wine

Welcome–I’m Jeri Mobley-Arias; content writer, recipe developer, and food photographer behind Whisper of Yum. This little corner of the internet is dedicated to a compilation of recipes inspired by my Filipino background, comfort eats and travels.

Stay Updated

Subscribe for new recipes and updates!

Categories

Latest

  • Easy Salmon Gravlax Recipe

    January 31, 2023
  • Shirred Eggs with Chili Oil

    January 26, 2023
  • Yuzu Salmon Onigiri

    January 24, 2023

Stay Updated

Subscribe for new recipes and updates!

  • About
  • Get in Touch
  • Privacy Policy

© 2022 Whisper of Yum All Rights Reserved

Whisper of Yum
  • Home
  • Recipes
    • Asian
    • Beverages
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    • Filipino
    • Lunch
    • Quick and Easy
    • Recipes
    • Seafood
    • Sides
    • Soup
    • Starters
    • Vegetarian
  • Shop
  • About
    • About Jeri
    • Press
    • Get in Touch