My Very Favorite Vegan Basil Pesto Recipes

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MY VERY FAVORITE VEGAN BASIL PESTO RECIPE



My Very Favorite Vegan Basil Pesto Recipe image

Think pesto needs parmesan in order to have flavor? Think again! This versatile, vibrant pesto proves the point.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups loosely packed fresh basil
2/3 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
4 medium cloves garlic (roughly minced)
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or sea salt + more to taste
1/2 - 3/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Place basil, pine nuts, nutritional yeast, garlic, lemon juice, thyme (if using), salt, and 1/2 cup olive oil in your high-speed blender (I use and recommend a Vitamix). Blend until a bit of a paste forms, drizzling in more olive oil as necessary until your pesto reaches the consistency you like. Taste and add additional salt if desired.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to several months.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tablespoons, Calories 144 kcal, Sodium 48 mg, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Carbohydrate 3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g

VEGAN BASIL PESTO



Vegan Basil Pesto image

The combination of smoked almonds, pistachios and green tea gives a depth of flavor that cheese would normally provide, making this a great vegan condiment for pasta or crostini. Freeze leftovers in an ice cube tray and store for up to one month.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings (Makes 1 cup)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup smoked almonds
1/3 cup shelled lightly salted roasted pistachios (from about 3/4 cup shell-on)
1/4 cup unsweetened green tea, chilled or at room temperature
2 large cloves garlic
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Add the basil, almonds, pistachios, tea, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon salt and lemon zest to a food processor. Cover and pulse a few times.
  • Drizzle in the oil while pureeing; continue to process until the mixture makes a coarse pesto. Add salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calorie, Fat 12 grams, SaturatedFat 1.5 grams, Sodium 230 milligrams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 1 grams

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