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Vegan Basil Pesto Recipe

Cyd Converse
Vegan basil Pesto is so very easy to make. You can even freeze it for make ahead meals all year long.
4 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Cuisine Vegan
Servings 16 1 ounce
Calories 65 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 1/2 ounces Nut Milk Pulp
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil
  • 12 cloves Garlic peeled
  • 2 1/2 cups Spinach
  • 2 1/2 cups Fresh Basil
  • 1/3 Lemon juiced
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Simmer garlic in oil for about 15 minutes, ensuring heat is very low.
  • Add all the ingredients except oil, into a blender/food processor and gradually add the oil until the desired consistency is achieved.
  • If you feel as though you are missing the flavor of parmesan found in traditional pesto, substitute it for 3-4 tablespoons ofnutritional yeastfor a vegan version.

Nutrition

Calories: 65kcalFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 5mg
Keyword Basil, Easy Dinners, Pasta, Vegan
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