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3 Bold Pesto Recipes You’ll Want to Make Every Single Week

Pesto lovers, prepare to swoon—these bold pesto recipes are anything but ordinary and seriously craveable. Whether you’re whipping up a quick pasta or sharing a vibrant platter, each idea packs a punch and will have you coming back for more every week.

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Updated on Sat, 09 May 2026
No-cook avocado basil pesto coats al dente spaghetti, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs for a vibrant vegetarian main dish. Save
No-cook avocado basil pesto coats al dente spaghetti, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs for a vibrant vegetarian main dish. | saffronhollow.com
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Creamy Avocado Pesto Pasta

No-cook avocado basil pesto coats al dente spaghetti, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs for a vibrant vegetarian main dish.
No-cook avocado basil pesto coats al dente spaghetti, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs for a vibrant vegetarian main dish. | saffronhollow.com

Silky avocado blends with fresh basil pesto for a no-cook pasta sauce that’s ultra-creamy and totally vegetarian-friendly. Swap in gluten-free pasta if you like.

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Girl Dinner Pasta Board

Girl Dinner Pasta Board
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The sauces were so fun—everyone got their favorite and the pesto paired perfectly with juicy grilled chicken! We’ll do this again for sure. —Steph G.

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Caprese Skewers with Pesto Drizzle

Fresh Caprese skewers with pesto drizzle, showcasing juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil on elegant wooden picks.
Fresh Caprese skewers with pesto drizzle, showcasing juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil on elegant wooden picks. | saffronhollow.com

Fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil on skewers, finished with a punchy pesto drizzle—an Italian-inspired appetizer made for summer snacking.

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