Whole30 Spinach Pesto
Elevate your Whole30 meal prep game with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Spinach Pesto! Bursting with fresh spinach, fragrant basil, and creamy raw cashews, this dairy-free twist on classic pesto delivers bold flavor with a zesty kick of lemon and a nutty richness from nutritional yeast. Perfectly rich and smooth, this Whole30-compliant pesto is blended with extra virgin olive oil for a luscious finish and can be tailored to your desired consistency. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a versatile condiment that pairs beautifully with zoodles, roasted veggies, baked proteins, or as a dip for your favorite snacks. Healthy, delicious, and easy to make, this spinach pesto is a must-try addition to your clean eating repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 1 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
Begin by soaking raw cashews in hot water for 10 minutes. Drain completely before use.
Step 2
In a high-powered blender or food processor, combine the spinach, basil, soaked cashews, garlic cloves, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Start blending and slowly drizzle in the olive oil while the motor is running. Continue until the mixture becomes a smooth and creamy paste.
Step 4
Add the water, one tablespoon at a time, as needed to adjust the consistency to your liking.
Step 5
Taste the pesto and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if necessary.
Step 6
Transfer the spinach pesto to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (581.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2670.7 |
| Total Fat 273.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2481.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.6g | |
| Protein 34.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 207.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1205.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories