Presto Vegan Pesto

Presto Vegan Pesto
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    5 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    25

Rediscover pesto with this vibrant vegan twist! Bursting with fresh basil and a hint of lemon, this recipe transforms a classic into a creamy, plant-based delight that will awaken your taste buds.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    5 g
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    7 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    100 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    33 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
2 mins

Combine basil, pine nuts, and garlic in a food processor. (2 minutes)

02

Step
1 mins

Pulse until coarsely chopped. (1 minute)

03

Step
3 mins

With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until a smooth paste forms. (3 minutes)

04

Step
1 mins

Add lemon juice and water. (1 minute)

05

Step
1 mins

Pulse to combine. (1 minute)

06

Step
1 mins

Stir in the vegan Parmesan topping until evenly distributed. (1 minute)

07

Step

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more lemon juice for brightness or salt and pepper to taste.

Toast the pine nuts for enhanced flavor – watch them carefully, as they burn easily! You can toast them in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
For a nut-free version, substitute the pine nuts with sunflower seeds or hemp seeds.
Adjust the amount of water to achieve your desired consistency. Add more for a thinner pesto.
This pesto is delicious tossed with pasta, spread on sandwiches, or used as a dip for vegetables.

Emelia Bayer

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 8 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Edward Koch

    I substituted sunflower seeds, and it still turned out great. Thanks for the nut-free option!

  • Jordy Balistreri

    I was skeptical about vegan pesto, but this recipe is incredible! So easy and flavorful.

  • Chelsey Prosacco

    The toasted pine nuts really make a difference. My family loves this!

  • Litzy Lubowitz

    This recipe is so much better than store-bought pesto! Fresh and vibrant.

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