Macadamia Free Garlic Scallion Fresh Herb Pesto

Bright, garlicky, and loaded with fresh herb flavor, this pesto is the kind of sauce that makes everything it touches taste better. Packed basil and flat-leaf parsley form the green backbone, while scallion tops add a mild, grassy bite that feels a little unexpected and completely right. Fresh ricotta gives the whole thing a creamy, slightly tangy richness without weighing it down, and sunflower seeds step in as the nut-free base that keeps the texture satisfyingly hearty. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns, traditional pesto recipes can be a minefield — pine nuts, walnuts, and macadamias all show up depending on the brand or cook — so having a reliable homemade version built around seeds is genuinely useful. The food processor does most of the work in just a few pulses, and the result is a cohesive, vibrant sauce with real texture rather than a flat, over-processed paste. Toss it with pasta, spread it on toast, or spoon it over roasted vegetables — it's versatile enough to earn a permanent spot in your weekly rotation.

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