Paleo Pesto Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads, roasted veggies, or grilled proteins with this vibrant and nutritious Paleo Pesto Vinaigrette! Bursting with the fresh, herbaceous flavor of basil, creamy pine nuts, zesty lemon juice, and savory nutritional yeast, this dairy-free and gluten-free recipe is a healthier twist on classic pesto. Made with extra virgin olive oil for heart-healthy fats and blended to silky perfection in just 10 minutes, this vinaigrette is as quick to prepare as it is versatile. Perfect for meal prepping, this all-natural dressing stores beautifully in the fridge and adds a fresh, tangy kick to any dish. Whether you’re following a paleo lifestyle or just looking for a bold, homemade dressing, this Paleo Pesto Vinaigrette is a must-try!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
Start by washing and thoroughly drying the fresh basil leaves. You can use a salad spinner or gently pat them dry with a paper towel.
Step 2
Peel the garlic cloves and chop them roughly to make them easier to blend.
Step 3
In a food processor or blender, combine the fresh basil leaves, chopped garlic, pine nuts, and nutritional yeast. Pulse a few times until the ingredients are coarsely chopped.
Step 4
With the processor running on low speed, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil through the top opening. Blend until the mixture is smooth and emulsified.
Step 5
Add the fresh lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and water to the mixture. Blend again until the ingredients are well-incorporated, and the vinaigrette has a smooth consistency.
Step 6
Taste and adjust the salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference, if necessary. You can add more water, a tablespoon at a time, if you prefer a thinner consistency.
Step 7
Once satisfied with the taste and texture, transfer the Paleo Pesto Vinaigrette to a jar or airtight container.
Step 8
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Shake well before use.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (270.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1266.0 |
| Total Fat 135.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1194.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 16.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.0g | |
| Protein 12.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 82.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 615.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories