Hannah Kaminsky
5-Minute French Basil Pistou
Made without pine nuts and cheese, this French take on basil pesto can be used as a pasta sauce, in salad dressings, or to flavor vegetable dishes.
April 8, 2026
It takes just five minutes to make this delicious pistou—or cold pesto-like sauce from the Provence region of France.
What you need:
2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
3 garlic cloves, chopped
¼ cup olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
A few grinds of black pepper
What you do:
Into a food processor, combine all ingredients and process until blended.
For more plant-based recipes like this, read:
JUMP TO ... Latest News | Recipes | Guides | Health | Subscribe
