Vegan Tomato with Pesto
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful Vegan Tomato with Pesto recipe! Perfect as a light appetizer or elegant side dish, this easy-to-make recipe features juicy, ripe tomato slices topped with a creamy, dairy-free pesto sauce made from fresh basil, raw cashews, garlic, and a touch of lemon juice for zesty freshness. The pesto is blended to perfection with nutritional yeast for a savory, cheese-like depth, while extra virgin olive oil ensures a silky, smooth texture. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this plant-based dish is bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors and makes an ideal pairing for summer gatherings, picnics, or a simple, nutritious snack. Garnish with extra basil for a stunning presentation, and enjoy a dish that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Large ripe tomatoes
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cups Raw cashews
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 cups Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water (as needed)
Directions
Step 1
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and slice them into 1/2-inch-thick rounds. Set aside.
Step 2
In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, raw cashews, garlic, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Step 3
Pulse the ingredients a few times until they are coarsely combined.
Step 4
Slowly stream in the olive oil and continue blending until the mixture is smooth. If the consistency is too thick, add water 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired pesto texture.
Step 5
Taste the pesto and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lemon juice, if needed.
Step 6
Arrange the tomato slices on a serving plate, overlapping slightly if desired.
Step 7
Generously spoon the vegan pesto over the tomato slices or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce.
Step 8
Garnish the plate with fresh basil leaves for presentation, if desired.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy as a light appetizer or a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (955.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 995.4 |
| Total Fat 82.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1233.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 55.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.0g | |
| Protein 24.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 158.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2488.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories