15+ WAYS TO USE HOMEMADE BASIL PESTO
Is there anything better than fresh homemade basil pesto? Whip some up in less than 10 minutes and enjoy it with one of these recipes!
Making homemade basil pesto is super easy! I always have some fresh basil on hand thanks to my herb garden and when it’s time to harvest I whip up some homemade basil pesto.
I love using my homemade basil pesto on this Caprese Pasta Salad. It’s the perfect pasta salad for your next picnic or family gathering.
But I am always looking for more ways to use my homemade basil pesto! Below are some of my favorite ways.
15+ WAYS TO USE HOMEMADE BASIL PESTO
Ways to Use Homemade Basil Pesto
Is there anything better than fresh homemade basil pesto? Whip some up in less than 10 minutes and enjoy it with one of these recipes!
Pasta
Pasta is probably the number one way to use homemade basil pesto! Go beyond just slathering it on top of pasta and check out these yummy recipes.
Caprese Pasta Salad
All the flavors of a traditional caprese salad are brought together in a hearty pasta salad!
10-Minute Pesto Chicken Pasta (Pressure Cooker Recipe)
10 minutes in the pressure cooker is all you need to make this 5-ingredient pasta dish.
Pesto Ravioli With Asparagus & Tomatoes
This is a quick and easy dish, perfect for a summer pasta salad or family dinner. If you need a way to use up all those grape tomatoes in your garden, here ya go!
Shrimp Pesto Pasta
This recipe for shrimp pesto pasta is spaghetti tossed in a flavorful pesto sauce, then topped with sauteed shrimp and tomatoes. A fresh and easy dinner that’s quick to make and packed with flavor!
Creamy Pesto Mac with Spinach
This simple creamy sauce packs huge flavor thanks to a small dollop of basil pesto. Creamy Pesto Mac is creamy comfort with some hidden vegetables, too!
Pesto & Veggies
Pesto and veggies go hand in hand! Spiral some zucchini or just simply toss over roasted veggies and you have a delicious meal.
Zucchini Noodles with Chicken, Roasted Tomatoes & Pesto
It’s a great weeknight dinner – zucchini noodles take no time at all to cook, so you can have this on the table super fast.
Marinated Vegetable Kabobs with Pesto Yogurt Sauce
A short marinade time, threading on skewers, grilling up and served with a touch of pesto yogurt sauce, and eaten with a little orzo.
Whole30 Spaghetti Squash with Pesto
Easy, fresh and full of fantastic flavor – this side dish is great served alongside some grilled chicken or steak!
Smashed Potatoes with Pesto
Tender potatoes smashed, roasted until crispy, then topped with a creamy garlic-herb pesto! A delicious vegan and gluten-free appetizer or snack!
Pesto Zucchini and Corn Quinoa Salad
A light zucchini and corn quinoa salad in a bright lemon-y basil pesto dressing.
More Pesto Recipes
Here are some more fun recipes using pesto! Which one will you try?
Easy Pesto Spinach Artichoke Chicken Bake Recipe
The answer to your quick and healthy weeknight meal dilemma! This Easy Chicken Bake recipe is filled with delicious pesto, spinach, artichokes, and tomatoes, all baked together for a healthy dinner that comes together in just minutes.
Pesto Pizza with Goat Cheese, Spinach and Roasted Tomatoes
This pesto pizza with goat cheese, spinach and roasted tomatoes is the perfect summertime pizza!
Pesto Chicken Sandwich on Sourdough
You’re going to love this pesto chicken sandwich. Sourdough, toasted in olive oil and topped with grilled chicken, pesto, Swiss cheese, and fresh tomatoes. A perfect easy and attractive dinner for guests or a cozy night in.
Pesto Cheese Bombs
Ooey gooey melty Pesto Cheese Bombs with marinara sauce are super easy to make and will please any crowd. Make this appetizer for your next game day party!
Lemon Pesto Rice
This lemon pesto rice makes the most amazing side dish to just about any meal. It has a delicious pesto flavor with a kick of lemon.
Ready to make homemade basil pesto? You can find my step-by-step instructions HERE!
