This simple and versatile recipe for Red Tomato Pesto makes a mild yet intense pesto that’s sure to become a new family favorite! The variations are endless!
I prefer the rich taste of a red pesto over the strong, peppery taste of green pesto. The sun dried tomatoes add a big impact without being over powering.
There are so many uses for this pesto. It can be used as a simple pasta sauce like with my Angel Hair with Red Pesto Sauce Recipe.
Or you can put it on a sandwich like with my mozzarella and red pesto grilled cheese recipe…
The variations are endless. One thing is for sure though – this quick and easy pesto is really delicious and sure to be a hit with your family!
Red Tomato Pesto
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 8oz package of sun dried tomatoes olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves well packed
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves well packed
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Blend the sun-dried tomatoes along with their oil, garlic, basil and parsley in a food processor and blend until the tomatoes are minced to a thick paste.
- Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Stir in the Parmesan.
- Salt and pepper to taste before using.
Suzie says
This was perfect ! Did it today, served with spaghetti. And tried your mozzarella and red pesto grilled sandwich… absolute heaven. 10/10
Erren says
Awesome Suzie! Thanks so much for letting me know! So glad you liked it! 🙂