Sun-dried tomatoes are used as the base instead of fresh basil leaves, giving them a beautiful red color. Moreover, this recipe includes a couple of basil leaves to add a fresh taste. Some people also add roasted red peppers or chili. On the contrary, basil is made with basil as the primary ingredient, along with parmesan, garlic, olive oil, and pine nuts. The difference doesn’t lie in color only but in the ingredients.