🐈
Kuhlyk
OtherEasyspringherbs

Dill Pesto – Step-by-Step Recipe & Practical Tips

Dill pesto is a convenient way to preserve fresh herb flavor in a concentrated form. It can be used in sauces, soups, spreads, or as a base for quick meals.

Time
1 h
Yield
1 jar
Difficulty
Easy
Updated
March 28, 2026
🍅
Kukhlyk recipe
Recipe at a glance

Dill pesto is an aromatic green sauce perfect for quickly enhancing dishes.

Ingredients

What you will need

Below is the ingredient list for this recipe with the base proportions. It is convenient to prepare everything you need in advance so the cooking process goes more smoothly and without rushing.

Before you start

There are 4 items in the list. It is convenient to check that everything is ready first and only then move on to the cooking steps.

  • Fresh dill
    100 g
  • Olive oil
    80 ml
  • Garlic
    1–2 cloves
  • Salt
    to taste
Step by step

How to make it

The recipe is broken down into clear steps so it is easy to follow right in the kitchen. Move through them in order to keep the process under control and avoid missing important details.

Preparation path

This recipe has 4 steps. It is easiest to follow them in order without jumping between stages.

Recipe time: 60 min
1

Prepare

Wash the dill and dry it thoroughly.

2

Blend

Blend the dill with garlic.

3

Add oil

Add oil and blend to a smooth paste.

4

Store

Transfer to a clean jar and optionally cover with a thin layer of oil.

Frequently asked questions

What people often ask about this recipe

Can pesto be frozen?

Yes, freezing is the best method for long-term storage.

Why does pesto darken?

Due to oxidation — a layer of oil helps reduce this effect.

Helpful nearby

What may help after this recipe

A strong recipe page does not end with ingredients. The next step should be logical: a calculation, an explanation, a troubleshooting page, a guide, or a closely related section.

Marinade calculator

Quickly recalculate water, salt, sugar, and vinegar for a different jar count.

Open

Vinegar converter

Useful when the recipe calls for one vinegar strength and you have another.

Open

Problems and solutions

Cloudy brine, soft vegetables, lids, mold, and other frequent situations.

Open
Related recipes

Try these as well

If you liked this recipe, there are often several similar preserves worth opening next.

All recipes

Important for safety

Home preserving always depends on cleanliness, correct proportions, sterilization, and storage conditions. If the result seems doubtful, it is safer not to take risks and to open the related troubleshooting pages and explanations.