Dairy-Free Red Pesto Sauce
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and flavor-packed Dairy-Free Red Pesto Sauce, a bold twist on the classic that’s completely free of dairy! Made with sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, and toasted pine nuts, this creamy, plant-based pesto delivers a smoky, tangy richness that feels indulgent yet wholesome. Fresh basil and a hint of zesty lemon juice add brightness, while nutritional yeast provides a satisfyingly cheesy depth without any cheese. Perfectly blended in just 15 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, roasted vegetables, sandwiches, or as a unique dip. With simple ingredients and big flavors, it's a must-have recipe for anyone seeking a delicious dairy-free alternative to traditional pestos.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup Roasted red peppers
- 0.5 cup Pine nuts
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Place the sun-dried tomatoes in a small bowl and cover with warm water. Let them soak for about 10 minutes to soften.
Step 2
Meanwhile, lightly toast the pine nuts in a pan over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they turn golden brown. Be careful not to burn them.
Step 3
Drain the sun-dried tomatoes and add them to a food processor along with the roasted red peppers, toasted pine nuts, olive oil, garlic cloves, fresh basil leaves, lemon juice, and nutritional yeast.
Step 4
Blend the mixture until smooth, pausing to scrape down the sides of the processor as needed.
Step 5
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and blend again to incorporate.
Step 6
Transfer the pesto to a jar or airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to a week. Topping the pesto with a thin layer of olive oil before sealing will help preserve its freshness.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (549.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1693.9 |
| Total Fat 160.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 23.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1256.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.9g | |
| Protein 29.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 146.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3060.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories