Fresh basil versus basil pesto?

uh basil..... moron

yes because the water is all dried out and not there so it is lighter.

Converting fresh to dried herbs is always 3x as much fresh as dried OR 1/3 as much dried as fresh. For example, 1 tsp. dried can be replaced by 3 tsp. fresh (which equals 1 Tbl. fresh). Conversely,...

The best alternative to pesto that i have tried is rocket/arugula salad leaves. Another tip i have is to toast the pine nuts gently before adding to the mix.

Both. Basil is a plant with fragrant leaves that can be picked and used fresh, or picked and dried for later use.