Low Sodium Vegan Pesto
Elevate your plant-based meals with this vibrant and creamy Low Sodium Vegan Pesto, a perfect blend of fresh basil, raw cashews, and zesty lemon juice. This nutty, cheesy delight gets its rich flavor from nutritional yeast and garlic, all while being dairy-free, oil-forward, and heart-healthy with minimal sodium. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile sauce can be drizzled over pasta, spread on sandwiches, or dolloped onto roasted vegetables for an extra burst of herby goodness. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this pesto is an ideal choice for anyone seeking a wholesome, flavorful, and nutrient-packed vegan condiment that’s both satisfying and guilt-free.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups (packed) Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cups Raw unsalted cashews
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 cloves Fresh garlic
- 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.25 cups Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Place the fresh basil leaves, raw unsalted cashews, nutritional yeast, and garlic cloves in a food processor or high-speed blender.
Step 2
Pulse the ingredients several times until roughly chopped and evenly combined.
Step 3
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, water, and optional black pepper to the food processor.
Step 4
Blend the mixture on high speed, scraping down the sides as needed, until the pesto reaches a smooth but slightly textured consistency.
Step 5
Taste and adjust as desired: for more tang, add an additional squeeze of lemon juice; for a richer texture, drizzle in a bit more olive oil.
Step 6
Transfer the pesto to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. It will stay fresh for up to 5 days.
Step 7
Use the low sodium vegan pesto as a sauce for pasta, a spread for sandwiches, or a topping for roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (243.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1012.7 |
| Total Fat 89.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 26.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 36.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.3g | |
| Protein 24.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 95.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 992.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories