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Pesto Salad Dressing

My fresh and vibrant Pesto Salad Dressing recipe is so easy to make at home with basil pesto. With only 3 ingredients, it's great in an emergency!
Course Condiment
Cuisine International
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 2kcal
Author Lee-Ann Grace

Ingredients

  • ½ tablespoon basil pesto easy homemade recipe or store-bought
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh) to taste
  • salt to taste
Metric - US customary

Instructions

  • In a small jar or bowl add basil pesto, olive oil and a little splash of the lemon juice (we will be adjusting this later if needed).
    ½ tablespoon basil pesto, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh)
  • Put the lid on and give it a good shake (or a really good stir).
  • Taste, then add a tiny pinch of salt (to start with).
    salt
  • Taste again then add more lemon or salt as necessary.

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Notes

  • We are using lemon juice as a seasoning - like the salt too - which means you can balance the taste to suit your own preference.
  • Too salty? Too lemony? Just add a little more pesto and olive oil and taste again.
*Please note that the amount of calories per serve is provided as a guide only, as ingredients and cooking methods can vary greatly*

Nutrition

Calories: 2kcal