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
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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

  1. Place pine nuts in a skillet over medium heat; cook, stirring or shaking the pan often, until lightly toasted.

  2. 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.

116 home cooks made it!

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.