Yummy Vegan Pesto

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This is a classic vegan pesto recipe that I love! So quick to make by blending olive oil, pine nuts, basil, garlic, and nutritional yeast to get that cheesy flavor. Very tasty on pasta, bread, sandwiches, omelets, etc.

Submitted by CANDIEDVIOLET

Updated on May 20, 2024

Tested by

Allrecipes Test Kitchen

5

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

16

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Ingredients

⅓ cup pine nuts
⅔ cup olive oil
5 cloves garlic
⅓ cup nutritional yeast
1 bunch fresh basil leaves
salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Place pine nuts in a skillet over medium heat; cook, stirring or shaking the pan often, until lightly toasted.
Place toasted pine nuts, olive oil, garlic, nutritional yeast, and basil in a food processor; blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Cook’s Note

Try adding sun-dried tomato slices post-completion for an added boost of rich flavor.

This pesto freezes beautifully.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

107	Calories
11g	Fat
2g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 107
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g	14%
Saturated Fat 2g	8%
Sodium 2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 2g	4%
Vitamin C 1mg	1%
Calcium 12mg	1%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 89mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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