Cacao Nib Pesto

Prep time: 10 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

Cacao nibs are blended into a traditional fresh basil pesto for added crunch and a subtle smokiness.

Ingredients

1 1/4 ounces fresh basil leaves, stems removed
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1/4 cup cocoa nibs
3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts, divided
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon pink peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Directions

1 Place basil leaves in a mini processor. Add 2 tablespoons oil, cacao nibs, 2 tablespoons pine nuts, lemon juice, peppercorns, and sea salt. Pulse until coarse. Add more oil if needed and blend into a creamy paste. Mix in remaining pine nuts.
2 Use pesto immediately or refrigerate in a glass container topped with oil to avoid browning.