Image for illustration onlyNut-Free Vegan Pesto
A vibrant green spread offering a fresh and original interpretation of the Italian classic, featuring a harmonious blend of fragrant basil and crunchy pumpkin seeds for exceptional depth. The marriage of nutritional yeast and olive oil yields a rich texture and beautifully balanced flavor, perfect for elevating sandwiches, dressing fresh pastas, or as a sophisticated dip for vegetables and pastries.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Instructions
- 1Place the pumpkin seeds, garlic, lemon juice, brewer's yeast, basil, chili flakes (if using) and salt in a food processor.
- 2Close the lid and start processing, while adding the olive oil slowly through the opening.
- 3Process for 60-90 seconds, or until the pumpkin seeds are finely chopped and slightly soft.
- 4
Nutrition
- Calories
- 50
- Protein
- 1.2g
- Carbs
- 4.6g
Recommended Equipment & Products
- Food processor
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Chef tips
For a spicier kick, add more chili flakes. Try topping with chopped walnuts for extra crunch.
Culinary reasoning
A vibrant green spread offering a fresh and original interpretation of the Italian classic, featuring a harmonious blend of fragrant basil and crunchy pumpkin seeds for exceptional depth. The marriage of nutritional yeast and olive oil yields a rich texture and beautifully balanced flavor, perfect for elevating sandwiches, dressing fresh pastas, or as a sophisticated dip for vegetables and pastries.