Le Pistou Vegan Pesto
Elevate your plant-based cooking with "Le Pistou Vegan Pesto," a vibrant and dairy-free twist on the classic French sauce. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 10 minutes, combines fresh basil leaves, creamy raw cashews, and tangy nutritional yeast to deliver a luscious, vegan-friendly alternative to traditional pesto. Infused with garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and extra-virgin olive oil, this versatile sauce boasts a rich, herby flavor profile perfect for tossing with pasta, drizzling over roasted vegetables, or spreading on crusty bread. Whether you're vegan, dairy-free, or simply looking for a fresh basil recipe, this creamy pistou is a must-try kitchen staple. Store it in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for extended use, so you can enjoy its fresh, zesty taste any time!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup raw cashews (unsalted)
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thinning)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and pat dry the basil leaves to remove any dirt or moisture.
Step 2
In a food processor or blender, combine the basil leaves, olive oil, raw cashews, nutritional yeast, and garlic cloves.
Step 3
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and sea salt to the mixture. Blend until the ingredients are fully combined and the pesto has a smooth, creamy consistency. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the processor for even blending.
Step 4
If the mixture is too thick for your liking, add 1-2 tablespoons of water and blend again until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 5
Taste the pesto and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to enhance the flavor.
Step 6
Transfer the vegan pesto to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Step 7
Serve as a dip, spread, or with pasta, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (493.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2972.2 |
| Total Fat 298.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1199.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 56.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.8g | |
| Protein 35.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 113.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1417.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories