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    Home » PANTRY

    Pesto Recipes To Cater For Different Tastes and Diets

    Published: July 23, 2024 · Updated: September 6, 2025 by Ieva Greber · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Discover a world of pesto possibilities with our collection of vibrant recipes! Whether you're not a fan of basil, want to skip the pricey pine nuts, or need dairy-free and nut-free options, we've got you covered. From creative herb blends to unique ingredients, these pesto recipes offer something for everyone.

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    • Hazelnut Pesto (Easy, Creamy, Homemade Pesto)
    • Basil and Walnut Pesto with Cheddar
    • Pea Shoot Pesto (Quick 10-Minute Recipe)
    • Basil Pistou (Classic French Pesto Sauce Recipe)

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    Hazelnut Pesto (Easy, Creamy, Homemade Pesto)

    Hazelnut pesto decorated with a sprig of basil in a small ramekin.

    It is absolutely not true that you need pine nuts to make pesto. It's not even true that you need soft and buttery nuts! And we can prove it with this delicious Hazelnut Pesto recipe right here!

    Get Recipe Here: Hazelnut Pesto (Easy, Creamy, Homemade Pesto)

    Basil and Walnut Pesto with Cheddar

    Pesto With Walnuts, Basil and cheddar in a pestle and mortar.

    Pine nuts are expensive. So is parmesan cheese. If you are looking for pesto on a budget, this Walnut & Cheddar Pesto Recipe is a great option! It's perfect for Sourdough Pesto Babka!

    Get Recipe Here: Basil and Walnut Pesto with Cheddar

    Pea Shoot Pesto (Quick 10-Minute Recipe)

    Pea shoot pesto in a small textured white bowl with a spoon in it.

    No basil? No problem! A sweeter, creamier, mellow and summery, this Pea Shoot Pesto is to die for! If you have pea shoots growing on your windowsill, this pesto is an absolute must-try! Perfect with pasta or as a ham sandwich spread!

    Get Recipe Here: Pea Shoot Pesto (Quick 10-Minute Recipe)

    Basil Pistou (Classic French Pesto Sauce Recipe)

    Basil Pistou in a wooden pestle and mortar.

    Dairy-free and nut-free pesto recipe from France! Pistou is a close cousin of Italian Pesto, but a simpler version! Basil, garlic and olive oil - sounds simple, but if you choose your ingredients right, you will be in for a treat! Plus it's an excellent recipe to drizzle over fish, chicken, and even pizza, and is great for people with allergies and food intolerances!

    Get Recipe Here: Basil Pistou (Classic French Pesto Sauce Recipe)


    What are some of your favourite pesto recipes? We'd love to hear from you! Do you have a great rocket pesto recipe? Or is a carrot top pesto more you? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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    Hi, I am Ieva – the cook and baker in our North Wales home. I share my life with my husband Seb, who doubles as my number-one taste tester, our golden retriever Sawyer, who’s always on crumb patrol and multiple sourdough starters. My days revolve around food—whether I’m experimenting with new recipes, tending to my veggie garden, or sneaking bites of “taste tests” (quality control, of course). Cooking isn’t just a passion; it’s my way of keeping Seb from reaching ‘hangry’ levels! Somebody HAS to feed Seb…

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