Find my favorite recipes with pesto in this quick and easy collection! Basil makes everything better, and these fresh, vibrant ideas for using pesto are sure to get the creativity rolling. From pasta to baked chicken, hummus and delicious appetizers, I’ve got it covered in this inspired recipe collection!
If your herb garden is overflowing with basil, it’s definitely time to make pesto. Let me show you all the ways to enjoy this incredibly delicious condiment!
Pesto is bright, bold and deliciously fresh. While we often whip it together in our food processor at home, there’s no shame to a shortcut, too. Grab a jar from the refrigerated section of your local grocer, and make one of these delicious recipes with pesto today!
13 Easy Recipes with Pesto
Pesto is a versatile and flavorful ingredient hailing from Northwestern Italy that can be used in a variety of dishes. Here are some delicious ways to use pesto!
Classic Basil Pesto
This is the recipe that started it all! Learn how to make a classic, tried and true basil pesto to add to all your favorite meals.
Sauces & Seasonings
Basil Pesto
This homemade basil pesto recipe is vibrant, full of flavor and so easy to make! It’s a great healthier alternative to store bought and it’s the perfect way to liven up so many dishes. Read More
3 mins
Pesto Hummus
Bursting with citrusy, basil infused flavor, this fresh hummus is a must-make!
Recipes
Pesto Hummus
Basil pesto hummus is the best combination of all the flavors you love in pesto and the creamy texture of hummus. You’ll love this fresh and flavorful basil hummus recipe! Read More
10 mins
Pesto Pasta
One of the easiest ways to liven up a simple pasta dinner.
Pasta
Pesto Pasta
You can whip up this amazing pesto pasta recipe in minutes! Make a quick and easy fresh pesto sauce for your pasta, or take a pantry shortcut using jarred pesto. Read More
18 mins
Pesto Chicken
You won’t believe how simple it is to bake this pesto-infused chicken. Healthy and delicious!
Chicken
Pesto Chicken Recipe
This incredibly easy baked chicken pasta only requires CHICKEN BREASTS, a jar of PESTO, and OLIVE OIL. That’s it, and you’re on your way to the juiciest, most flavorful and HEALTHY chicken dinner! Read More
35 mins
Pesto Cheese Ball
It’s gorgeous to serve and even better to eat! Perfect for the holidays and beyond.
Appetizers
Pesto Cheese Ball Wreath
This pesto cheese ball wreath makes such a festive holiday appetizer. Cream cheese, basil and cherry tomatoes create a flavor explosion! Easy to make with minimal ingredients, this gorgeous wreath will be the star of your Christmas party. Read More
3 hrs 20 mins
Cream Cheese Dip Recipe with Pesto
So delicious on crostini, crackers, pita and more!
Recipes
Cream Cheese Pesto Dip
This cream cheese pesto dip is so easy and quick to make. It’s the perfect appetizer for the holidays, game days or general entertaining. Read More
25 mins
Basil Aioli
Dip your fries in this incredible sauce and you’ll never go back to ketchup!
Sauces & Seasonings
Basil Aioli Recipe
This quick and simple basil aioli is the most incredible dip and spread! The easiest pesto aioli recipe is made with just four simple ingredients, so this flavorful basil sauce is ready in less than five minutes. Read More
5 mins
More Pesto Serving Suggestions
Add pesto to anywhere you want – you’ll be amazed at what you can create!
Pesto Recipes
Here are a few favorite pesto recipes! They are all delicious variations on my classic, original pesto recipe that you can add to any of your favorite recipes with pesto.
