Pistou Sauce or French Pesto Vegan
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and creamy Pistou Sauce, the vegan twist on classic French pesto. Bursting with fresh basil and parsley, this no-cook sauce dazzles with its herbaceous flavor, while nutritional yeast lends a subtle, cheesy depth—perfect for plant-based diets. A squeeze of lemon juice brightens the blend, balanced by rich olive oil and a hint of garlic for an aromatic finish. Made in just 10 minutes with a blender or food processor, this versatile pistou sauce is as quick as it is satisfying. Drizzle it over pasta, spread it on crusty bread, or use it as a dip for veggies. With its easy preparation, vibrant ingredients, and bold flavors, this dairy-free pistou is a must-have recipe for adding a delicious French flair to your vegan creations.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cups Fresh parsley leaves
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cups Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the fresh basil and parsley leaves to remove any dirt or grit.
Step 2
Peel the garlic cloves and set them aside.
Step 3
In a blender or food processor, combine the basil leaves, parsley leaves, and garlic cloves.
Step 4
Pulse a few times to break down the ingredients into smaller pieces.
Step 5
With the blender or food processor running on low speed, slowly drizzle in the olive oil to create a smooth and emulsified sauce.
Step 6
Add the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Blend until the sauce is fully combined and has a creamy consistency.
Step 7
Taste the pistou sauce and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Step 8
Transfer the pistou sauce to a clean jar or airtight container. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (256.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1106.5 |
| Total Fat 112.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1236.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 14.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.5g | |
| Protein 10.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 243.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1080.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories