Low FODMAP Basil Pesto

Classic pesto is one of those sauces that feels like it should be complicated but comes together in minutes with a food processor and a handful of fresh ingredients. The challenge for anyone managing a sensitive gut is that traditional recipes almost always call for raw garlic cloves, which are a well-known FODMAP trigger — but this version sidesteps that entirely by using garlic-infused olive oil instead. You still get that deep, savory, unmistakably garlicky flavor without any of the solids that cause problems, making it genuinely gut-friendly rather than just a workaround. Packed basil leaves, toasted pine nuts, finely grated Parmesan, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice round out the flavor into something bright, rich, and deeply satisfying. The technique matters here too — pulsing the pine nuts first, then adding the remaining ingredients before streaming in the oil, gives you a pesto with real body and texture rather than a greasy, separated mess. It makes eight servings, so you can stir it into pasta, spread it on a sandwich, or spoon it over grilled chicken all week long. Store it in an airtight jar with a thin layer of oil over the surface and it stays vibrant and fresh.

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